bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Bladder drainage methods for acute urinary retention due to benign prostatic hyperplasia: patient-preference analysis
Authors: Volnukhin A. I. , Pushkar D. Yu. , Malkhasyan V. A.
Published: September 2024

Introduction. Currently, the classical management of acute urinary retention creates a certain discomfort for the patient and leads to explore alternative method of management, such as intermittent catheterization, including focusing on the patient opinions.

Objective. To assess the preference of high-risk patients for acute urinary retention relative to bladder drainage in the occurrence of acute urinary retention.

Materials & methods. A survey was conducted among 200 ambulatory male patients. All the participants were tested to assess their mental status and ability to perform self-intermittent catheterization before filling out the questionnaire. The questionnaire included questions about the preferred method of bladder drainage for acute urinary retention, as well as factors influencing the patient's choice of self-intermittent catheterization in case of non-recovery. After completing the questionnaire, all the patients were shown a video on self-catheterization and asked to re-take the questionnaire after watching it. This allowed evaluating the impact of the training video on patients' preferences and their confidence in performing self-catheterization.

Results. Among the 200 patients, 151 (75.5 %) preferred intermittent catheterization, while 40 (25.5 %) chose an indwelling urinary catheter. Additionally, 152 (76 %) patients opted for intermittent catheterization until the planned surgery, and 48 (24 %) selected a suprapubic catheter. The main factors influencing the patient choice of intermittent catheterization were: the desire to restore bladder function faster (on the first or second day) in 96 (63.2 %) patients; unwillingness to stay in the hospital in 56 (36.8 %); the desire to return to work in 22 (14.5 %); avoiding the use of a suprapubic catheter in 51 (33.5 %). After watching the video, there was a statistically significant change in patients' assessments of their ability to perform self-intermittent catheterization (p < 0.001).

Conclusion. The patient's choice of the intermittent catheterization is significantly influenced by the patient self-confidence in the ability to practice self-intermittent catheterization and the demonstration of the video tutorial. Due to the high efficiency and safety of intermittent catheterization, this method should be introduced into clinical practice based on the proposed algorithm.
The peptide regulator Vezusten in the management of overactive bladder syndrome: an efficacy evaluation
Authors: Kovalev G. V. , Labetov I. A. , Shakirova R. R. , Shkarupa D. D.
Published: September 2024

Introduction. Overactive bladder (OAB) remains one of the most difficult-to-treat conditions in neurourology. The number of patients seeking help for OAB symptoms does not decrease each year, while a pathogenetic treatment has not yet been developed. This motivates the search for new approaches.

Objective. To assess the efficacy of the peptide regulator Vezusten for women with idiopathic OAB based on their health condition and urodynamic assessment of bacterial detrusor overactivity (DO).

Materials & methods. A prospective cohort study included 20 patients diagnosed with OAB, which was confirmed by a comprehensive urodynamic study of DO. The patients visited the clinic three times a week. Each patient received ten intramuscular injections of the peptide regulator Vezusten. Within one month after the last injection, the women were given a monitoring voiding diary, a validated Continental Society OAB Symptom Questionnaire, the Overactive Bladder Questionnaire (OAB-q), and a follow-up urodynamic study (UDS).

Results. We obtained statistically significant differences in the following indicators: the number of daily urinations according to the urination diary decreased from 14.0 [13.0; 16.3] to 11.0 [8.8; 12.0] (p < 0,001), patient’s episodes of urge incontinence began to be noted for the first time (p = 0.004). At the same time, the urodynamic maximum cystometric capacity (MCC) increased from 267 [158; 332] to 320 [267; 433] ml. Subjectively, participants noted an improvement in the scores of the OAB questionnaire (OAB-q) — the score decreased from 28 [22; 30] to 19 [14; 24] (p = 0.001), and the number of episodes of nocturia decreased from 4 to 2 (p < 0.001). No side effects from therapy were observed in any of the patients.

Conclusion. This study demonstrated a statistically significant improvement in subjective symptoms of OAB in DO-women treated with the peptide regulator Vezusten, but further large placebo-controlled studies are required for confirmation.
Illuminate Resection Pathways with Fluorescence Guidance in Glioma Surgery: Case Reports and Systematic Review
Authors: De Jesus Encarnacion Ramirez Manuel , Konovalov Nikolay , Kaprovoy Stanislav , Chmutin Gennady , Cerna Geovany Venegas , Nurmukhametov Renat , Rosario Andreina Rosario , Yakovlevich Kalin Ivan , Lafuente Jesus , Suero Molina Eric , Montemurro Nicola
Published: September 2024

Gliomas are the most common brain tumor in adults, with a poor prognosis despite intensive treatments. Complete surgical resection is difficult due to its infiltrative growth, but aggressive surgery improves outcomes. Fluorescence-guided surgery (FGS) is used to distinguish tumor tissue during surgery. 5-Aminolevulinic Acid (5-ALA) is a crucial fluorescent agent in FGS, transforming into a molecule that accumulates in tumor cells. We presented a 34-year-old female with a high-grade glioma in the left parietal lobe who underwent fluorescence-guided tumor resection using 5-ALA was reported. In addition, a review of the literature on fluorescence in glioma surgery, searching databases like PubMed and SCOPUS from 2021 to 2023, was performed. Fifteen papers were included in our review. This technique ensured gross-total tumor resection while preserving neurological function. FGS improves tumor identification, surgical outcomes, and survival.
Comparing the Output of an Artificial Intelligence Algorithm in Detecting Radiological Signs of Pulmonary Tuberculosis in Digital Chest X-Rays and Their Smartphone-Captured Photos of X-Ray Films: Retrospective Study
Authors: Ridhi Smriti , Robert Dennis , Soren Pitamber , Kumar Manish , Pawar Saniya , Reddy Bhargava
Published: September 2024

Background

Artificial intelligence (AI) based computer-aided detection devices are recommended for screening and triaging of pulmonary tuberculosis (TB) using digital chest x-ray (CXR) images (soft copies). Most AI algorithms are trained using input data from digital CXR Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine (DICOM) files. There can be scenarios when only digital CXR films (hard copies) are available for interpretation. A smartphone-captured photo of the digital CXR film may be used for AI to process in such a scenario. There is a gap in the literature investigating if there is a significant difference in the performance of AI algorithms when digital CXR DICOM files are used as input for AI to process as opposed to photos of the digital CXR films being used as input.

Objective

The primary objective was to compare the agreement of AI in detecting radiological signs of TB when using DICOM files (denoted as CXRd) as input versus when using smartphone-captured photos of digital CXR films (denoted as CXRp) with human readers.

Methods

Pairs of CXRd and CXRp images were obtained retrospectively from patients screened for TB. AI results were obtained using both the CXRd and CXRp files. The majority consensus on the presence or absence of TB in CXR pairs was obtained from a panel of 3 independent radiologists. The positive and negative percent agreement of AI in detecting radiological signs of TB in CXRd and CXRp were estimated by comparing with the majority consensus. The distribution of AI probability scores was also compared.

Results

A total of 1278 CXR pairs were analyzed. The positive percent agreement of AI was found to be 92.22% (95% CI 89.94-94.12) and 90.75% (95% CI 88.32-92.82), respectively, for CXRd and CXRp images (P=.09). The negative percent agreement of AI was 82.08% (95% CI 78.76-85.07) and 79.23% (95% CI 75.75-82.42), respectively, for CXRd and CXRp images (P=.06). The median of the AI probability score was 0.72 (IQR 0.11-0.97) in CXRd and 0.72 (IQR 0.14-0.96) in CXRp images (P=.75).

Conclusions

We did not observe any statistically significant differences in the output of AI in digital CXRs and photos of digital CXR films.
Quality and Accountability of ChatGPT in Health Care in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: Simulated Patient Study
Authors: Si Yafei , Yang Yuyi , Wang Xi , Zu Jiaqi , Chen Xi , Fan Xiaojing , An Ruopeng , Gong Sen
Published: September 2024

Using simulated patients to mimic 9 established noncommunicable and infectious diseases, we assessed ChatGPT’s performance in treatment recommendations for common diseases in low- and middle-income countries. ChatGPT had a high level of accuracy in both correct diagnoses (20/27, 74%) and medication prescriptions (22/27, 82%) but a concerning level of unnecessary or harmful medications (23/27, 85%) even with correct diagnoses. ChatGPT performed better in managing noncommunicable diseases than infectious ones. These results highlight the need for cautious AI integration in health care systems to ensure quality and safety.
Examining the Role of AI in Changing the Role of Nurses in Patient Care: Systematic Review
Authors: Al Khatib Inas , Ndiaye Malick
Published: September 2024

Background

This review investigates the relationship between artificial intelligence (AI) use and the role of nurses in patient care. AI exists in health care for clinical decision support, disease management, patient engagement, and operational improvement and will continue to grow in popularity, especially in the nursing field.

Objective

We aim to examine whether AI integration into nursing practice may have led to a change in the role of nurses in patient care.

Methods

To compile pertinent data on AI and nursing and their relationship, we conducted a thorough systematic review literature analysis using secondary data sources, including academic literature from the Scopus database, industry reports, and government publications. A total of 401 resources were reviewed, and 53 sources were ultimately included in the paper, comprising 50 peer-reviewed journal articles, 1 conference proceeding, and 2 reports. To categorize and find patterns in the data, we used thematic analysis to categorize the systematic literature review findings into 3 primary themes and 9 secondary themes. To demonstrate whether a role change existed or was forecasted to exist, case studies of AI applications and examples were also relied on.

Results

The research shows that all health care practitioners will be impacted by the revolutionary technology known as AI. Nurses should be at the forefront of this technology and be empowered throughout the implementation process of any of its tools that may accelerate innovation, improve decision-making, automate and speed up processes, and save overall costs in nursing practice.

Conclusions

This study adds to the existing body of knowledge about the applications of AI in nursing and its consequences in changing the role of nurses in patient care. To further investigate the connection between AI and the role of nurses in patient care, future studies can use quantitative techniques based on recruiting nurses who have been involved in AI tool deployment—whether from a design aspect or operational use—and gathering empirical data for that purpose.
Cardiometabolic Health Intervention Using Music and Exercise (CHIME) Delivered via Telehealth to Wheelchair Users: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial (Preprint)
Authors: Kim Yumi , Rimmer James H , Lai Byron , Oster Robert , Cowan Rachel , Young Hui-Ju , Fisher Gordon , Kim Younguk , Giannone John , Wilroy Jereme D
Published: September 2024

BACKGROUND

Wheelchair users live predominantly sedentary lifestyles and have a substantially higher risk for cardiometabolic disease and mortality compared to people without disabilities. Exercise training has been found to be effective in improving cardiometabolic health (CMH) outcomes among people without disabilities, but research on wheelchair users is limited and of poor quality.

OBJECTIVE

The primary aim of this study is to examine the immediate and sustained effects of a 24-week, telehealth, movement-to-music cardiovascular (M2M-C) exercise program on core indicators of CMH among adult wheelchair users compared to an active control group. The secondary aim is to explore the beneficial effects of M2M-C exercises on cardiovascular capacity, physical activity, and quality of life. Intervention components include tailored exercises and remote performance monitoring, delivered via live videoconference training by a telecoach and asynchronous videos.

METHODS

This study’s design is a parallel-arm randomized controlled trial enrolling 132 physically inactive adult wheelchair users with poor cardiometabolic profiles. The M2M-C intervention group involves 24 weeks of virtual live and monitored home exercise training (3×/wk, 15-40 min/session), followed by a 12-week maintenance period where participants have access to an online media library of exercise videos. The control group involves 36 weeks of self-guided exercise through access to a media library of exercise videos, including videos for range of motion, muscle strength, and balance. The primary outcomes are cardiometabolic indicators of health, and assessors are blinded.

RESULTS

Recruitment procedures started in January 2024 with the first participant enrolled on March 18, 2024. All data are anticipated to be collected by November 2027, and the main results of the trial are anticipated to be published by February 2028. Secondary analyses of data will be subsequently published. A total of 16 participants have been recruited as of paper submission.

CONCLUSIONS

The knowledge obtained from this trial will provide evidence to inform exercise prescriptions aimed at improving CMH among adult wheelchair users.

CLINICALTRIAL

ClinicalTrials.gov NCT05606432; https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT05606432

INTERNATIONAL REGISTERED REPORT

DERR1-10.2196/57423
Firm, Lyft and Relax - A versatile approach for facial rejuvenation: A Case Series (Preprint)
Authors: Germani Marcelo , Carnevali Ana C. N. , Guerra Isabela , Rocha Dannyelle L. , Dias Danielle , Zamorano Karina Vera , Muñoz-Lora Victor R.
Published: September 2024

UNSTRUCTURED

The "Firm, Lyft, and Relax" (FL&R) is a versatile approach that associates botulinum toxin (BTx), hyaluronic acid (HA), and collagen bioestimulators (CBio) treatments, suitable for patients of varying ages and diverse cosmetic concerns. This strategy considers factors such as facial static and dynamic areas, the requirement for projection or volumization, and tissue thickness and firmness. This study aims to elucidate the main concerns of the FL&R technique presenting a series of 4 cases and provide a guide for clinicians using combined treatment modalities for facial rejuvenation. The treatments involved the strategic use of BTx, Poli-L-Lactic Acid (PLLA), and HA. Following the treatments, all patients experienced significant aesthetic improvements, as evaluated through 3D stereophotogrammetry. It is important to note that while this approach yields satisfactory outcomes, it should not be standardized; rather, it should be tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient.
Reliability of a portable non-fixed stereophotogrammetry system for facial imaging (Preprint)
Authors: Germani Marcelo , Nascimento Carnevali Ana Carolina , Roschel Pietra , Giro Gabriela , Munoz-Lora Victor R. M.
Published: September 2024

BACKGROUND

Stereophotogrammetry (3D-SQ) provides a precise alternative for the assessment of facial aesthetic procedures. Nevertheless, its accuracy could be influenced by the operator when a non-fixed device is used.

OBJECTIVE

The objective of the present observational study was to evaluate the reliability of a portable non-fixed 3D-SQ device.

METHODS

Three operators took two 3D image captures of three distinct volunteers using a portable non-fixed 3D-SQ device. The acquisition of images was performed at two different time points (F1 and F2) with a 60-minute interval between each capture for each volunteer. No external lights or tripod were utilized, as recommended by the manufacturer. The photographs were processed through specialized software to generate 3D models, and a specific region of the face was analyzed to assess the reliability of the method. Interclass correlation coefficients of the area, perimeter, and volume of the selected region were calculated.

RESULTS

The results demonstrated a high intra-operator consistency at all three obtained values (volume ICCs=0.829; area ICCs=0.828; perimeter ICCs=0.673). However, low reliability in all values across different operators was found (ICCs<0.5).

CONCLUSIONS

The study concluded that the reliability in facial stereophotogrammetry using a non-fixed device can be influenced by the operator, exhibiting high intra-operator reliability but significant variations between different operators. These variations may be attributed to factors such as operator height, differences in reference points, or equipment stability.
The feasibility and acceptability of a low-cost, media-supported intervention for caregivers to support infant-toddler language learning (Preprint)
Authors: Romano Mollie , Abarca Diana , Baehman Fran
Published: September 2024

BACKGROUND

This study examines the feasibility and acceptability of a low-intensity, short term social media intervention for caregivers of young toddlers.

OBJECTIVE

We used the TikTok platform to share short form videos to help increase caregiver knowledge about how to help their toddlers learn to talk.

METHODS

We used a mixed methods design to characterize participant engagement, explore measures of changes in caregiver knowledge, and we conducted a qualitative analysis of caregiver interviews after the intervention.

RESULTS

Most caregivers consistently viewed the videos and reported positive effects of the intervention on their knowledge of how to support their child. Caregivers offered suggestions for content and enhancements to videos for future investigations.

CONCLUSIONS

Low-cost, short term social media interventions could represent an effective means to equip caregivers with information they need to advance their children’s language abilities, particularly for families from marginalized backgrounds whose access to health information about their young children may be limited.

CLINICALTRIAL

N/A
Applications of Augmented Reality for Pre-hospital Emergency Care: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials (Preprint)
Authors: Harari Rayan E , Schulwolf Sara L , Borges Paulo , Salmani Hamid , Hosseini Farhang , Bailey Shannon K. T. , Shokoohi Hamid , Quach Brian , Nohelty Eric , Park Sandra , Verma Yash , Eyre Andrew , Dias Roger D.
Published: September 2024

BACKGROUND

Innovations in emergency medical services and prehospital care have led to improvement in patient outcomes over the past several decades, including a reduction in early deaths following traumatic injuries and improved survival from out-of-hospital cardiac arrest following early initiation of BLS procedures. However, there remain significant challenges to providing high-quality prehospital emergency care, especially in resource-limited settings.

OBJECTIVE

This systematic review aimed to assess the efficacy of augmented reality (AR) technologies in pre-hospital emergency care by evaluating AR’s role in improving clinical decision making, care processes, and educational outcomes for emergency medical services (EMS).

METHODS

Data Source: Manuscripts were sourced from online academic databases including PubMed, CENTRAL, Web of Science, IEEE, Embase, PsycInfo, CINAHL Complete, and ACM.
Study Selection: 14 randomized controlled trials (RCT) were selected from a primary screening of 2081 manuscripts. Studies were included if they investigated the impact of wearable or handheld AR technology on education or clinical decision making within the pre-hospital emergency medical setting.
Data Extraction: Data were extracted using a standardized collection template, and included study characteristics such as sample size and demographics, intervention type, primary outcome, statistical methodology, and results.
Data Synthesis: Data were synthesized narratively.

RESULTS

Results from these trials suggest that AR can significantly enhance real-time clinical support and training efficiency, which may influence patient care and responder preparedness. The review highlights the potential of AR applications to transform EMS by improving accuracy and reducing response times during critical care scenarios. It also outlines existing challenges with technology integration and proposes directions for future research to maximize the benefits of AR in pre-hospital settings.

CONCLUSIONS

Results from these trials suggest that AR can significantly enhance real-time clinical support and training efficiency, which may influence patient care and responder preparedness. The review highlights the potential of AR applications to transform EMS by improving accuracy and reducing response times during critical care scenarios. It also outlines existing challenges with technology integration and proposes directions for future research to maximize the benefits of AR in pre-hospital settings.
El concepto de destino en la configuración crítica contemporánea
Authors: Serrano Padilla Gustavo
Published: September 2024

Este artículo proponer una reflexión conceptual en torno al destino como elemento analítico que permite establecer nuevas lecturas sobre la crisis contemporánea. Para ello, en primer lugar, se establece un panorama breve y selectivo que atiende a los distintos traslapes entre diversas crisis —económica, social, política y climática— que configuran el mundo actual y que provienen de diversos diagnósticos disciplinares. Posteriormente, se realiza un mapeo histórico de la noción de destino en distintas escuelas filosóficas, con especial atención a su desarrollo dentro de la poesía trágica. En un tercer momento, se plantean tres variantes —héroes, santos y aprendices de brujo—, correspondientes a tres momentos de emergencia de lo trágico en la historia tomando en cuenta el material literario disponible en distintos momentos históricos que tipifican distintos modos de entender y actuar frente al destino y que son susceptibles de ser tipificados como elementos de análisis sociológico. Finalmente, se plantea la posibilidad de recuperar diversos elementos propios del pensamiento trágico para la construcción de un andamiaje sociológico que permita aprehender la complejidad creciente del mundo contemporáneo.
El exilio como experiencia: abordaje interdisciplinario y multidimensional de la configuración de experiencias de exilios literarios
Authors: Rico Malacara Alan Yosafat
Published: September 2024

Este artículo examina la importancia de la interdisciplina y multidimensionalidad en las ciencias sociales, subrayando la necesidad de diálogo entre la sociología del arte y otras disciplinas para profundizar en el análisis de las representaciones sociales y artísticas. Se sugiere que esta transdisciplinariedad puede enriquecer la comprensión de cómo las obras de arte y literatura no solo reflejan, sino también constituyen, realidades sociales complejas dentro de la intersección entre arte, literatura y sociología desde diversas perspectivas teóricas. Posteriormente, exploramos cómo el exilio puede actuar como un quiebre social que redefine identidades y narrativas individuales. Se argumenta que los escritores exiliados, como narradores privilegiados de esta experiencia, ofrecen perspectivas únicas que entrelazan la producción literaria con la reconstrucción identitaria en contextos de ruptura. Se busca un cruce de metodologías y herramientas que van desde relatos de vida y análisis hermenéutico hasta archivo histórico e interpretación estética, para captar las complejidades temporales y espaciales de estas trayectorias individuales.
La apariencia del buen derecho en las acciones de inconstitucionalidad y en las controversias constitucionales contra normas generales
Authors: Vázquez Acuña Félix
Published: September 2024

La “apariencia del buen derecho” es un requisito indispensable para el otorgamiento de la suspensión de normas generales en acciones de inconstitucionalidad y controversias constitucionales, por lo que, si no se cumple, no se debe conceder la medida cautelar. Para ello, la Suprema Corte tendrá que efectuar dos razonamientos: el primero, -general y abstracto-, en el que explique que es posible otorgar la suspensión cuando la norma impugnada provoque o pueda provocar vulneración irreversible de derechos humanos; y, el segundo, -particular y concreto-, donde efectúe la motivación, consistente en las circunstancias practicas del caso sometido a su conocimiento, que le permitan afirmar que se da o se puede dar dicha violación. Ante ello, expresamos la preocupación porque se han dado muchos casos en los cuales no se desarrolla o se lleva a cabo de forma deficiente el segundo razonamiento y, no obstante, se otorga la suspensión de la norma general impugnada.  Se cita, como ejemplo importante, que la Corte no efectúa la argumentación, motivación o explicación de las circunstancias que la lleven a afirmar que recibir una percepción igual a la del Presidente de la República, ciento doce mil ciento veintidós pesos mensuales, vulnera o pudiera vulnerar el derecho humano a obtener una remuneración proporcional, adecuada y equitativa, esto es, un salario digno.
El acoso laboral en el derecho ecuatoriano
Authors: Sánchez Vera María Claudia , Yáñez Yáñez Karla Ayerim , Mila Maldonado Frank Luis
Published: September 2024

El objetivo de la investigación es analizar el acoso laboral en el derecho ecuatoriano, sin menoscabo de realizar una revisión a la normativa internacional, así como a la doctrina. La metodología aplicada es la de una investigación bajo el enfoque cualitativo, de tipo documental y descriptiva; realizando un análisis de contenido basado en la normativa, doctrina y otros documentos. Como resultados, se observa que el acoso laboral es una realidad a nivel mundial, que ha llamado la atención a distintos Estados, que han incorporado, a sus legislaciones, normativa al respecto; incluso, existen diversos instrumentos internacionales que sirven de sustento a la necesidad de incorporar políticas y prevenir esta realidad, de la cual no escapa el plano penal, ya que existen ejemplos paradigmáticos como el caso de España y Colombia. A nivel laboral, aún existe un largo camino por recorrer en la materia, e incluso en la delimitación del tipo en el ámbito penal, destacándose que, en Ecuador, no existe una figura específica para regular la conducta en sede penal. Se trata de un estudio original, ya que se evidencia el poco desarrollo doctrinario en Ecuador de esta figura, existiendo un reducido número de trabajos especializados en la temática.
Un seguro de desempleo para México
Authors: Martínez Martínez Verónica Lidia
Published: September 2024

El desempleo constituye uno de los riesgos que pone en peligro la existencia humana, genera pobreza e incrementa la delincuencia. En México se han implementado ayudas y apoyos por desempleo, cuyas naturaleza y caracteres se diferencian, en gran medida, del seguro de desempleo. Con base en un orden metodológico, analítico, descriptivo y propositivo, este trabajo tiene como objetivo general exponer los principales componentes para la regulación del seguro de desempleo en México, a partir de los parámetros establecidos en las normas internacionales, los seguros de desempleo instaurados en Norteamérica y América Latina, que son motivo de nuestro estudio con el apoyo de los métodos analítico y comparado, además de los datos estadísticos que se interrelacionan con los niveles de desocupación.
The Multifaceted Applications of Origami
Authors: Bhatta Sushant
Published: September 2024

Origami, a traditional Japanese art of paper folding, has evolved from art to the area of study with broad applications across various fields. The paper comprises the applications of origami in engineering, medicine and design. Applications like miura-ori foldings for telescopes , origami-inspired designs for stents and solutions for solar cell efficiency have helped various fields excel in their new findings. With growing popularity, come challenges which is what this paper deals with- Applications and challenges.
Next-Gen Database Queries: AI-Driven Natural Language Interface for MongoDB
Authors: Korat Arpan Shaileshbhai
Published: September 2024

This paper present an novel concept to query MongoDB database using NLP and Large Language Model (LLM). It is called LLM Based MongoDB Querying System through which users can search in MongoDB databases just by using simple words of English language rather than using complex language queries. To help improve the ai quality we use OpenAI’s LLM to parse the user queries and create correct MongoDB queries themselves. In a large-scale experiment, system is able to classify with an average of 95 percentage accuracy. The findings of this research are important forthe database querying research and might be beneficial for multiple domains. This research is valuable, because our system can help ordinary users become more fluent in database operations and make working with databases more efficient.
Pelatihan Menulis Karya Ilmiah Menggunakan Referensi Mendeley
Authors: Sharon St Salmah , Jafar Adindah Novihartina
Published: September 2024

Purpose – The purpose of this activity is to provide knowledge and skills to lecturers and students in using the Mendeley application to manage citations and references.
Design/methodology/approach – This community service activity was carried out based on observations of lecturers and students at STIE Wirabakti who still use the manual method in writing citations and references. Therefore, training is carried out on using the Mendeley application as a reference management tool, which helps lecturers and students work more effectively and efficiently in writing scientific papers. Activities are carried out in three structured stages, including lectures on training materials, practice using applications, and evaluations
Findings – The survey results showed a significant increase in the participants' understanding of the use of the Mendeley application in managing citations and scientific work references. This shows the positive benefits and impacts provided by this activity to the participants.
Originality/value – Several lecturers and students were involved in this community service activity. The same vision exists between the agency where the activity is carried out and the activity implementing team. This service involves presenters who are Mendeley advisors so that participants can be guided directly in practicing using Mendeley
Pembangunan Manusia Berkelanjutan Melalui Peningkatan Kemampuan Komunikasi Mahasiswa
Authors: Kurniawati  , Nuri Herachwati  , Tri Siwi Agustina
Published: September 2024

Purpose In 2022, Indonesia's Human Development Index (HDI) increased by 0.86 percent when compared to 2020, at which time all countries in the world were depressed by the Covid-19 pandemic. Efforts to increase HDI can be done by continuing improve the ability of the younger generation as agents of change who are believed to be the spearhead of the success of human development. The Postgraduate Study Program of UNAIR participates in improving the communication skills of the young generation through community service activities entitled public speaking training for students. This activity aims to improve students' ability to communicate.
Design/methodology/approach – This activity was carried out using the Participatory Action Research (PAR) method by building closeness and active involvement of participants.
Findings – The results of this training showed an increase in students' communication skills. Students become more aware of the meaning of communication, and they are also more courageous and not nervous to communicate face-to-face with others after attending public speaking training.
Originality/value – This activity can have a significant impact for students directly, and the communication skills and self-confidence of students increase. Students will be able to manage their nervousness, especially when they have to face the audience, besides that students will be able to convey their opinions effectively both in internal and external campus forums. Another implication of this activity is the increase in HDI.
The Role of Financial Literacy and Financial Behavior on Student Investment Decisions
Authors: Wijayanti Rahmah Putri , Azizah Elmy Nur , Kurniawan Herwin
Published: September 2024

This study aims to see how financial literacy and financial behaviour can affect investment decision making for university students. Methods: This study is a quantitative study. Sample determination using purposive sampling method with a total of approximately 200 people. Data collection is using a questionnaire with a Likert scale (1-5). The results of obtaining data from the questionnaire will be analysed using descriptive data analysis techniques and processed using SEM PLS software.  Results: the results of the above research state that financial literacy and financial behaviour have a significant effect on investment decisions in college students. The Investment Decision Variable can be explained by Financial Literacy and Financial Behaviour by 51%.
A Theory of Inaccessible Information
Authors: Surace Jacopo
Published: September 2024

What would be the consequences if there were fundamental limits to our ability to experimentally explore the world? In this work we seriously consider this question. We assume the existence of statements whose truth value is not experimentally accessible. That is, there is no way, not even in theory, to directly test if these statements are true or false. We further develop a theory in which experimentally accessible statements are a union of a fixed minimum number of inaccessible statements. For example, the value of truth of the statements "a" and "b" is not accessible, but the value of truth of the statement "a or b" is accessible. We do not directly assume probability theory, we exclusively define experimentally accessible and inaccessible statements and build on these notions using the rules of classical logic. We find that an interesting structure emerges. Developing this theory, we relax the logical structure to a probabilistic one, obtaining a theory rich in structure that we call "theory of inaccessible information". Surprisingly, the simplest model of theory of inaccessible information is the qubit in quantum mechanics. Along the path for the construction of this theory, we characterise and study a family of multiplicative information measures that we call "inaccessibility measures".
Geometrical description and Faddeev-Jackiw quantization of electrical networks
Authors: Parra-Rodriguez A. , Egusquiza I. L.
Published: September 2024

In lumped-element electrical circuit theory, the problem of solving Maxwell's equations in the presence of media is reduced to two sets of equations, the constitutive equations encapsulating local geometry and dynamics of a confined energy density, and the Kirchhoff equations enforcing conservation of charge and energy in a larger, topological, scale. We develop a new geometric and systematic description of the dynamics of general lumped-element electrical circuits as first order differential equations, derivable from a Lagrangian and a Rayleigh dissipation function. Through the Faddeev-Jackiw method we identify and classify the singularities that arise in the search for Hamiltonian descriptions of general networks. The core of our solution relies on the correct identification of the reduced manifold in which the circuit state is expressible, e.g., a mix of flux and charge degrees of freedom, including the presence of compact ones. We apply our fully programmable method to obtain (canonically quantizable) Hamiltonian descriptions of nonlinear and nonreciprocal circuits which would be cumbersome/singular if pure node-flux or loop-charge variables were used as a starting configuration space. We also propose a specific assignment of topology for the branch variables of energetic elements, that when used as input to the procedure gives results consistent with classical descriptions as well as with spectra of more involved quantum circuits. This work unifies diverse existent geometrical pictures of electrical network theory, and will prove useful, for instance, to automatize the computation of exact Hamiltonian descriptions of superconducting quantum chips.
A INSERÇÃO DE TEXTOS DE DIVULGAÇÃO CIENTÍFICA NO ENSINO DE BIOLOGIA: REFLEXÕES E APONTAMENTOS
Authors: Araújo Magnólia Fernandes Florêncio de , Almeida Sandra Luiza Sousa Santos de , Silva Natanael Charles da
Published: September 2024

O presente ensaio teórico objetivou discutir o uso de textos de divulgação científica no ensino de biologia, com vistas a possibilitar a aproximação do conhecimento científico desse componente curricular e o cotidiano dos alunos. Para isso, abordamos aspectos relevantes sobre a inserção da leitura no contexto escolar, sem torná-la uma obrigatoriedade para o discente, bem como refletimos sobre os aspectos necessários para a construção de uma proficiência leitora nas aulas de biologia, apontando como estratégias a utilização do questionário CRITIC (para acompanhamento da leitura de textos científicos) e o desenvolvimento e uso de Unidades Didáticas como recursos que podem auxiliar o professor a sistematizar, planejar e apresentar textos de divulgação científica para os alunos de maneira coerente com os conteúdos de biologia e, essencialmente, com a realidade em que vivem. Acreditamos que tais recursos possam facilitar o processo de inserção da informação científica nas aulas tanto para professores quanto para os alunos. Acreditamos que isso pode auxiliar no processo de Alfabetização Científica do estudante e, por consequência, facilitar o entendimento das informações e a apropriação da cultura científica de forma crítica e prática.
Implementation of Discovery Learning Model with Window Shopping Approach to Improve Mathematical Communication Ability of High School Students
Authors: Rahman Andi , Putra Harry , Hendriana Heris
Published: September 2024

The low ability of students' mathematical communication in learning mathematics, especially in expressing mathematical situations or problems in the form of pictures, diagrams, language or mathematical symbols, or mathematical models makes students less active in learning and their learning motivation decreases. This study aims to determine the achievement of students' mathematical communication skills through the discovery learning model with a window shopping approach. The method in this study is a quasi-experimental research type consisting of 2 classes, namely the experimental class that uses the discovery learning model with the window shopping approach and the control class that uses ordinary learning at school with a total of 70 students from class XI SMA in one of the public high schools in Bandung. The research test instrument was in the form of a test that would be analyzed using SPSS 21 to compare learning outcomes between the experimental class and the control class. The result of the study was that the achievement of the students' mathematical communication skills in the experimental class was better than that of the control class at a significance level of 0.05 where the average communication ability of the experimental class was 81.74 and that of the control class was 77.31. The effectiveness of learning in the experimental class showed that it was more active in group discussions as indicated by the interaction and creativity of students in presenting learning material in each group, and almost 85% of students enjoyed learning using the discovery learning model with the window shopping approach.
Analysis of Mathematical Critical Thinking Ability based on Students' Ability Level
Authors: Alfatihah Latifah , Purwasih Ratni
Published: September 2024

Analyzing and testing mathematical critical thinking skills based on the ability level of class VIII students of junior high school is the aim of this research. By understanding the level of students' abilities, educators can determine students' mathematical critical thinking abilities and develop appropriate teaching strategies to improve students' abilities. This study uses a qualitative descriptive research method. This research was conducted at one of the junior high schools in Cipatat, West Bandung Regency with heterogeneous abilities of 8 students. This research uses data collection techniques by providing mathematical critical thinking ability questions on SPLDV material which consists of 5 essay test questions based on the following indicators: (1) Checking the completeness of problem solving steps. (2) Look for alternative solutions to problems. (3) Identify spldv equations with certain characteristics. (4) Choose the best way to solve the problem from alternative ways of solving it. (5) Identifying the adequacy of data on a problem. In this study, the results of the analysis have shown that students at a high level of ability can check the completeness of problem solving steps, students with a medium level of ability have little difficulty in identifying spldv equations with certain characteristics, and students with a low level of ability have difficulty finding alternatives problem solution.
The Development of Interactive Powerpoint Learning Media to Increase Students’ Critical Thinking Ability
Authors: Ramdan Muhamad , Anita Ika Wahyu
Published: September 2024

Mathematics learning can develop students' creativity to solve problems in various life situations. Learning mathematics helps train students to think critically and creatively to solve problems. Considering the reality on the ground and the importance of critical thinking skills. from an early age. One effort to develop critical thinking abilities is to use media directed at these abilities. The method used in this research is research and development, with a modified 4-D development model in three stages, namely determination, design and development. This research aims to determine the development of interactive teaching materials assisted by power points, on Statistics material. The subjects of this research were 3 mathematics teachers at SMP Mutiara 4 Bandung. The instrument for developing teaching materials uses interview instruments. The teaching materials validated by three validators have a total score on the interactive power point of 275 with a maximum ideal score of 300 and have a percentage of 92.31% in the valid category based on the teaching material criteria. The validator's assessment of the interaction strength score shows that the percentage score for each aspect and the total percentage score are both in the valid category. Based on the research and development process and results, the following conclusions were obtained. Developing learning media using interactive Powerpoint, critical thinking skills are within valid criteria. The results obtained can be tested on junior high school or MTs students in accordance with the considerations and assessments of validator experts.
Does Math Anxiety Influence Students’ Self-Regulated Learning? A Predictive Relationship Study at Two Vocational Schools at Bandung Regency
Authors: Nurhayati Ida , Akbar Muhamad Fijar Rotul , Putra Harry Dwi , Fitriani Nelly
Published: September 2024

While mathematics is immensely imperative and regarded as a fundamental subject serving as one of the graduation requirements at every level of education in Indonesia, including vocational schools, adverse perceptions associated with it as a challenging subject are deeply ingrained in society, particularly among students. Despite there is a wealth of research exploring math anxiety and elf-regulated learning, a discernible gap exists in the literature, specifically within the Indonesian context, particularly among Vocational Students in the Bandung area. This research aims to explore the predictive relationship between math anxiety and students' self-regulated learning within the context of vocational education. Employing linear regression statistical analysis, and survey data collection method, this quantitative study involved 99 participants from two vocational schools in Bandung Regency. The results indicate a statistically significant impact of math anxiety on students' self-regulated learning. However, it's noteworthy that the degree of correlation is considered low. Furthermore, no significant differences were identified concerning variables such as age, sex, streaming, and class level. These findings contribute to the understanding of the dynamics between math anxiety and self-regulated learning, particularly within the context of vocational education in the Bandung region, and can serve as a valuable insight for future research in similar topics.
Efectos jurídicos del contrato de leasing habitacional en la liquidación de la sociedad conyugal y de la sociedad patrimonial
Authors: Sarmiento Trigos Catalina
Published: September 2024

La sociedad conyugal y la sociedad patrimonial son instituciones relativas a la administración de bienes, que nacen, respectivamente, o del acuerdo de voluntades bajo la figura del matrimonio o de la decisión responsable de los compañeros permanentes que se unen, y que se encuentra regulada en el Código Civil colombiano y en la Ley 54 de 1990, salvo algunas excepciones. No obstante, la identificación del patrimonio que compone los activos y pasivos del haber social, especialmente cuando los bienes se mantienen en cabeza de un tercero, como ocurre tras la celebración de un leasing habitacional, sugiere que se analicen con detalle las obligaciones de cada una de las partes. En la práctica, jueces y notarios han aplicado diversas estrategias para lograr una partición equitativa y, de esta forma, evitar el detrimento o incremento sin justa causa de los gananciales. A través del presente artículo se pretende revisar el tema desde el punto de vista dogmático y desde el ejercicio jurisdiccional.
Baños a la Ciudad: Ciudad a las Personas: Caso Ocaña, Norte de Santander
Authors: Guevara Ojeda Raúl Esteban
Published: September 2024

La investigación estudia los lineamientos jurisprudenciales adoptados por la Corte Constitucional en la Sentencia C-062 del 2021, en la cual se establece que, las entidades y/o autoridades territoriales dentro de su jurisdicción, tienen la responsabilidad de brindar asistencia social integral a las personas habitantes de la calle, los cuales son sujetos de especial protección constitucional por el Estado Colombiano. En el mismo sentido, se analiza a partir del estudio de casos, la perspectiva de personas de la población en mención sobre los servicios ofrecidos orientados por la administración municipal de Ocaña, Norte de Santander, para identificar el cumplimiento del nivel territorial respecto de las obligaciones constitucionales que le competen sobre dicha población dentro de la ejecución de los fines esenciales del Estado. En consecuencia, se menciona el incumplimiento de las políticas públicas sobre lo ordenado por la Corte Constitucional en el fallo aludido; lo cual se contrasta con la perspectiva de la población sobre el acceso a infraestructura sanitaria. Finalmente, la metodología utilizada tiene un enfoque cualitativo, desde un estudio de análisis de experiencias vividas para reconstruir la perspectiva de los habitantes de la calle, a través de entrevistas semiestructuradas, con apoyo en la revisión bibliográfica y fuentes formales.