bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A clinical case of a patient with common variable immune deficiency
Authors:   Omsk State Medical University, Omsk, Russia, Lepekhina Ekaterina S. , Nadey Elena V. ,   Omsk State Medical University, Omsk, Russia, Usacheva Elena V. ,   Omsk State Medical University, Omsk, Russia
Published: February 2025

General variable immunodeficiency (general variable immune deficiency) is a primary immunodeficiency characterized by impaired antibody differentiation, decreased response to vaccination and resistance to infections. The disease is the most clinically significant of the immunodeficiency disorders, as it manifests itself in a variety of clinical symptoms and can start at any age, men and women are equally ill. Most often, sporadic mutations or the effects of epigenetic factors are at the heart of development, and it is often not possible to identify a causally significant gene during genetic testing. Family history, as a rule, is not burdened. OVIN is characterized by a variety of clinical manifestations, which in most patients are represented by recurrent infections. About half of the patients also have signs of impaired immune regulation, leading to autoimmune, various inflammatory or malignant diseases: chronic lung diseases, gastrointestinal disorders, liver diseases, granulomatous infiltrates of several organs, lymphoid hyperplasia, splenomegaly or malignant neoplasms. OVIN may be manifested by violations of one of these categories, or a combination of violations of several of them. The most common are pneumonia, autoimmune diseases, splenomegaly and bronchiectasis. Diagnosis of OVIN is often delayed, which leads to untimely treatment and the development of complications. Using the example of a clinical case identified in Omsk, it is demonstrated how important the awareness of doctors of various profiles about OVIN is, and how underdiagnoses worsens the duration and quality of life of patients.
Active learning strategies and their impact on reading comprehension
Authors: Reyes Pihuave Genny Maritza , Escobar Moreno Luis Arturo , Rodriguez Flores Jose Luis , Gonzalez-Sanchez Jaime , Vinueza Vinueza Santiago Fernando
Published: February 2025

This study evaluated the effectiveness of active learning strategies in improving reading comprehension among basic education students, using a quasi-experimental design with experimental and control groups. The research falls within the applied category, with a practical scope aimed at addressing social needs, demonstrating that these strategies are effective and relevant for fostering key skills in quality education. Employing a quantitative approach, variables were measured through pretests and posttests, highlighting the positive impact of active strategies on students' cognitive development. The results showed that the educational intervention significantly strengthened literal and deep comprehension in the experimental group, eliminating previously low-performance levels.
The principle of equality as a guarantee of access to work for older adults: a challenge still pending
Authors: Llanos Baltodano Ana Maria Margarita
Published: February 2025

The principle of equality as a guarantee of the right of access to work for the elderly is an issue under debate for the legal world and society. This paper analyzes whether this guarantee is effective in Latin American countries, for which a qualitative approach and a grounded theory design have been used. The technique of interview and documentary analysis was also used. The results reveal that the principle of equality is protected from the supranational and national levels, likewise, prejudices about work in middle age persist. The protection of access to work for older adults is based on doctrine, norms, and national and international jurisprudence, specifying the usefulness of human rights and active and positive aging approaches. It is emphasized that the elderly population is growing rapidly, and Latin American countries must prepare to have an effective law that guarantees the exercise of this right without any discrimination.
Effects of Breastfeeding, Maternal BMI, Gestational Age, and Birth Weight on Adiposity Rebound
Authors: Foster Octavia , Stendell-Hollis Nicole
Published: February 2025

Background: Adiposity rebound (AR) is defined as the age in which children exhibit a nadir in body mass index (BMI)-for-age and begin to exhibit an increase from that nadir. The purpose of this project is to perform a literature review of factors that influence timing of AR in children.  
Methods: This review of literature research investigation utilized a two-step search methodology. Research articles were identified utilizing electronic databases including PubMed, google scholar, Academic search complete, among other databases. 
Results: Investigations for the factors, breastfeeding, maternal BMI, infant gestational age, and infant birth weight, exhibited mixed results. Investigations typically identify the association that having a healthy BMI prior to pregnancy has beneficial impact on AR timing.  
Conclusions: The mixed results observed appear to be influenced by ethnicity and geographical location. Therefore, decisions on maximizing the health and delaying AR timing of the infant must occur in an individualized setting between the mother and/or parents and healthcare provider.
The Effects of the Pineal Gland and Melatonin on Sleep Disorders
Authors: Anandan Akhil , Parajuli Prahlad
Published: February 2025

Sleep disorders are prevalent and impactful conditions that significantly affect individuals' health and well-being. This research paper provides an in-depth exploration of the effects and roles the pineal gland and melatonin play in regulating sleep patterns and their relations to various sleep disorders, including insomnia, hypersomnolence, and circadian rhythm sleep-wake disorders. Furthermore, the paper examines the genetic factors related to melatonin and their influence on sleep disturbances. Ongoing clinical trials are also evaluated to study the effectiveness of melatonin combined with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) and how CBT is used to reduce parasomnias. While significant progress has been made in understanding the pineal gland, melatonin, and sleep disorders, there are still many unanswered questions and opportunities for further research. Through advanced research and studies, we can continue to deepen our understanding of sleep disorders and develop personalized treatments to address individuals' unique needs.
The Impact of the Sino-US Trade War on International Soybean Trade
Authors: Pan Chenyu , Wang Yingzhi
Published: February 2025

The Sino-U.S. trade war from the 2018-2021 years disrupted international agricultural trade. This study aims to understand how these trade tensions have affected soybean trade, especially China's response strategies and the resulting price changes. The research is motivated by the trade conflicts between the world's largest economies, the United States and China. Tariffs were applied on agricultural goods, including soybeans, causing disruptions in established trade routes and market dynamics. In response, China also applied tariffs on U.S. products, and sought alternative suppliers to cushion the impact of the tariffs. This strategic shift in procurement helped stabilize domestic soybean prices, countering the expected price fluctuations during the trade war. The study uses a series of regression models to analyze how the prices of soybean substitutes change in response to changes in trade patterns caused by the trade war. By studying the relationship between the prices of substitutes goods and market changes, we gain insight into how changes in trade policy affect commodity prices. We find limited significance in price changes for these soybean substitutes due to trade policies, suggesting the Chinese government’s swift response was able to combat potential disruptions.
Social Anxiety: Predicting Body Dissatisfaction via Social Media
Authors: Cho Chloe
Published: February 2025

The rise in body dissatisfaction in adolescents and young adults has been connected to the rise in visual social media consumption. A mediator between these two variables is social appearance comparison, though variables affecting the salience of this mediator have not been studied extensively. This study aimed to see whether social anxiety could have an effect on the salience of appearance comparison as a mediator. As motivations for social media use and type of SM content have previously been shown to have effects, the relationship between these variables and social anxiety has been investigated as well. Thirty-three participants were measured on levels of social anxiety and body dissatisfaction and were subsequently exposed to 9 YouTube Short videos of different types of typical social media content. Appearance comparison and regular consumption of specific content were measured after viewing a video. Results showed a negative correlation (p=-0.4066) between social anxiety and body dissatisfaction, as well as higher levels of appearance comparison in the high social anxiety group for videos featuring the appearance of the creator. Especially high levels of appearance comparison were found for videos relating to fitness and weight loss. This provides evidence that those with higher social anxiety make more unfavorable appearance comparisons via social media and therefore are at higher risk for body dissatisfaction.
The Labour Market Through the Prism of Gender: The Case of Kazakhstan
Authors: Bekbossinova Assel
Published: February 2025

This study examines the gender wage gap in Kazakhstan, highlighting persistent disparities despite some progress. In high-paying sectors, men earn up to 37% more than women. The objective is to identify key factors contributing to this gap from 2013 to 2023. Using official data from the Bureau of National Statistics of Kazakhstan, the research utilizes secondary data analysis, industry analysis, and multiple regression analysis. Factors analyzed include the ratio of female to male heads in higher education, the proportion of female research specialists, and the Gender Inequality Index. Results show that the proportion of female research specialists significantly reduces the gender wage gap, with a coefficient of -2.7286 and a p-value of 0.013. In contrast, the ratio of female heads and the Gender Inequality Index show no significant impact, with coefficients of 0.6690 (p-value: 0.160) and -0.2752 (p-value: 0.262), respectively. The wage gap, 27% in 2023, is most pronounced in high-paying sectors, influenced by differences in working hours and domestic responsibilities affecting women disproportionately. The study concludes that achieving sustainable gender equality in Kazakhstan requires targeted policies addressing economic and cultural barriers. Enhancing female participation in high-paying sectors and supporting their career advancement is crucial to reducing the gender wage gap and fostering a more equitable labor market.
PENERAPAN METODE REGRESI LINEAR BERGANDA UNTUK MEMPREDIKSI ANGKA BUTA HURUF DI PROVINSI JAWA BARAT
Authors: Nur handayani Nasywa , Mustaqim Kiki , Riza Noviana , Sawalia Fitri Nita
Published: February 2025

Angka buta huruf di Indonesiayang diartikan sebagai persentase penduduk berusia 15 tahun ke atas yang tidak memiliki kemampuan membaca dan menulis kalimat sederhana, menjadi isu yang sangat penting, terutama di provinsi dengan jumlah penduduk besar seperti Jawa Barat. Meskipun telah dilakukan berbagai upaya untuk meningkatkan tingkat melek huruf, tantangan tetap ada, dan data menunjukkan bahwa angka buta huruf masih cukup tinggi di beberapa daerah. Penelitian ini mengidentifikasi sejumlah variabel yang diduga berkontribusi terhadap angka buta huruf, termasuk jumlah penduduk dan kondisi ekonomi. ini bertujuan untuk memprediksi angka buta huruf di Provinsi Jawa Barat menggunakan metode regresi linear berganda. Variabel independen yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah jumlah penduduk (X1), jumlah sekolah dasar (X2), dan jumlah penduduk miskin (X3), dan variabel dependennya adalah angka buta huruf. Data yang digunakan merupakan data sekunder dari instansi terkait di Provinsi Jawa Barat. Analisis regresi linear berganda diterapkan untuk mengetahui pengaruh ketiga variabel independen terhadap angka buta huruf serta memprediksi angka buta huruf di masa yang akan datang. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa ketiga variabel independen memiliki pengaruh terhadap angka buta huruf di Jawa Barat. Model regresi yang dihasilkan dapat digunakan untuk memprediksi angka buta huruf berdasarkan perubahan pada jumlah penduduk, jumlah sekolah dasar, dan jumlah penduduk miskin.
ANALISIS ANOVA TWO-WAY: PENGARUH KESEHATAN MENTAL DAN TAHUN AKADEMIK TERHADAP NILAI IPK MAHASISWA DENGAN BAHASA PEMROGRAMAN PYTHON
Authors: Anisah Sabrina Nur
Published: February 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis pengaruh kesehatan mental dan tahun akademik terhadap nilai Indeks Prestasi Kumulatif (IPK) mahasiswa menggunakan analisis ANOVA Two-Way dengan bahasa pemrograman Python. Data yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini diambil dari dataset yang tersedia di website Kaggle, yang mencakup informasi mengenai kesehatan mental dan prestasi akademik mahasiswa dari berbagai universitas. Kesehatan mental diukur menggunakan skor dari kuesioner standar yang tersedia dalam dataset, sementara nilai IPK diperoleh dari catatan akademik yang disertakan. Analisis data dilakukan dengan menggunakan library Python, yaitu numpy untuk operasi numerik, pandas untuk manipulasi data, matplotlib untuk visualisasi data, dan statsmodels untuk analisis statistik. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa tahun akademik dan semua penyakit mental yang diukur (depresi, kecemasan, serangan panik, dan level kesehatan mental) memiliki pengaruh signifikan terhadap nilai IPK mahasiswa. Namun, tidak ditemukan interaksi signifikan antara tahun akademik dan semua penyakit mental yang disebutkan. Temuan ini mengindikasikan pentingnya perhatian terhadap aspek kesehatan mental dalam mendukung prestasi akademik mahasiswa di berbagai tingkat studi
GREENWASHING PHENOMENON AND ITS IMPACT ON SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT: CHALLENGES TO ACHIEVING SDG-12 ON SUSTAINABLE CONSUMPTION AND PRODUCTION
Authors: APOSTOL Alexandru-Cosmin
Published: February 2025

Through this article, I propose a synthetic analysis of the greenwashing phenomenon and its impact on sustainable development, with a focus on sustainable or green consumption and production. This analysis is valuable in the context of the approaching year 2030, when the extent to which the targets set by the United Nations (UN) in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) will have been achieved will be debated. In the first part of the article, the trajectory of global concerns regarding sustainable development and sustainable consumption and production is described. The second part presents various scientific approaches to measuring responsible and sustainable consumption, highlighting the increasing tendency of people to adopt a lifestyle based on green consumption, thus becoming green consumers. The third part addresses the phenomenon of greenwashing and its implications for the SDGs. In short, greenwashing represents a misinformation strategy that hides (intentionally or unintentionally) certain information from consumers, used by various companies in order to create the image of organizations concerned about environmental issues and the implementation of sustainable production methods. This phenomenon can create major confusion among green consumers, who are oriented toward sustainable consumption practices. They may fail to recognize whether a product is truly sustainable, whether a company is genuinely committed to promoting green / sustainable consumption, or whether a transition is actually taking place from a linear to a circular economy. Furthermore, greenwashing can fuel increasing skepticism both among consumers, who lose trust in responsible consumption practices, and investors, who wish to support companies that implement environmentally-friendly activities. Therefore, the greenwashing phenomenon proves to be a major challenge in achieving the targets set in the SDGs.
ADDRESSING THE CHALLENGES OF GIG WORK IN THE EUROPEAN UNION: A REVIEW OF THE PLATFORM WORK DIRECTIVE
Authors: SFETCU Lucian
Published: February 2025

The gig economy in the European Union (EU) has significantly transformed traditional labour markets, prompting critical discussions about worker rights and protections. This article presents a narrative review of the literature on gig work within the EU, focusing on the Platform Work Directive. It explores the challenges of employment status classification, rights and protections for gig workers, the role of algorithmic management, social security inclusion, the impact on platform companies, and policy implications. By synthesizing existing research, the article highlights the broader policy implications for labour protection across the EU and considers potential future developments in this rapidly evolving sector.
LABOUR MARKET INSERTION OF SOCIAL WORK ALUMNI IN ROMANIA
Authors: MITREA Geta
Published: February 2025

The social work domain is part of a continually changing and challenging global world and new solutions and improvements are needed as should happen in any evolving domain. The main aim of the current exploratory study was to highlight the insertion of the labour market of seven years of promotion alumni on social work from one university founded in 1990, that organizes Bachelor's Degree studies in social work and is localized in the North-East area of Romania. We used a quantitative method (questionnaire on alumni in social work) with mixed questions (closed and open ones) that provided us the means to be able to conclude that the internships and the employment rate exist due to strong community partnerships between the university and local organizations that are active in the social work domain.
This exploratory study can represent the early foundation for a sustainable image of employment and a research contribution to the social work system in Romania. According to our exploratory study results from the 174 respondents, 121 were already in the labour market during their university studies and immediately after graduation. Of the 121 respondents, 42 work in the social work system with different executive or leading attributions in public or private entities from local and national levels.
The final results helped us present the three main categories of workforce among social work alumni: social workers, specialists in other domains (not related to the social work domain), and teaching staff. They also concluded that re-qualification is frequently encountered among the options of specialists who have chosen to become social work students over the years.
A LITERATURE REVIEW ABOUT JUDGMENTS OF LEARNING, FEELING OF KNOWING, AND TIP OF TONGUE ON AGING EFFECT
Authors: METIN Ayşe Nur
Published: February 2025

The purpose of this study is to review previous research findings of the effect on aging in the domain of source monitoring i.e.: Judgment of Learning (JOL), Feeling of Knowing (FOK), Tip of Tongue (TOT). In the first part of the article, the global concept of metamemory is described which has one or two main components of monitoring (e.g., JOL, FOK). Then metacognitive monitoring in older adults from several research findings in the literature is examined. In this study, the difference between younger and older adults on source monitoring which is the subject of the study is also addressed. The recent theoretical and empirical advances on the effect of aging in source monitoring are considered. Previous studies that identified the effects of aging on source monitoring are examined. These studies are compared and interesting points that stood out are discussed. After discussing the strengths and weaknesses of the studies, the questions of where and how these studies can be used are also discussed.
Investigating the viability of critical raw materials in sustainable development of renewable energy sources in EU
Authors: GÖKGÖZ Fazıl , BAŞBILEN Gaye Demirhan
Published: February 2025

Renewable energy resources are one of the key instruments for sustainable
development. However, renewable energy generation depends more on critical raw materials for
their components. The world’s production and processing of these materials are mostly located
in a few countries headed mainly by China. When the critical raw materials costs are considered,
as importers of these minerals, EU countries face different levels of solar and wind energy
generation efficiencies. With SE DEA, the viability of critical raw material role on renewable
energy generation is analyzed. Results shows that South European countries have higher
efficiency levels both in PV and wind. Italy is an example of a super-efficient country which owes
its efficiency to rich natural resource potential, coupled with lower critical raw material costs and
higher recycling rates. Austria is another example for being efficient without rich natural
resources but with a good control of inputs; investment, labor and CRM costs. Austria’s and Italy’s
populous and strong industrial manufacturing clusters’ effect on material costs and recycling
projects are increasing their ability to continue to deploy renewable energy resources efficiently.
Overall, the critical raw materials are proved to be an important input for sustainable
development of renewable energy sources.
The economic impact of minimum air-temperatures on energy consumption. Case Study: Bucharest - Baneasa
Authors: ILEA Raul-Gabriel , IONAC Nicoleta , PETRESCU Laura-Elena , DUMITRESCU Alexandru , LÜFTNER Giorgiana Florina
Published: February 2025

The energy consumption has become a real concern in choosing the most cost-
effective way and resources for indoor-heating. This experimental study tried to estimate both
the energy amounts needed to heat up the residential indoor spaces and the resulting average
costs that people living in the Bucharest Metropolitan Area might have to pay for heating during
the winter months. The daily minimum air-temperatures, incoming solar radiation and wind-
speed values provided by the Bucharest-Băneasa weather station were used to calculate the
corresponding mean monthly values of an expressive compound index for December, January
and February, over the 1980-2015 period. In this respect, the Cooling Energy Consumption (CEC)
index has been calculated. Then, its values were related to two different types of individual
heating systems (CT): a conventional CT produced by Ariston (net efficiency of 93%) and a
gaseous condensation CT produced by Viessmann (net efficiency of 108%). Finally, the results
were multiplied by the actual unit cost of energy in Romania (1.3 lei/kWh), provided that the
total monthly consumption of electricity per household keeps less than 300 kWh/month, so that
some interesting and realistic estimates of heating expenditures could be obtained for either each
or all winter months in Bucharest – Romania’s capital city. This method might be useful both to
local authorities and inhabitants to estimate and plan in advance their public or domestic budget
to more economically sustain their energy resources and expenditures.
ICT IN AFFORDABLE HOUSING: HAMBURG’S ROLE IN ADVANCING GERMANY’S SUSTAINABILITY GOALS
Authors: STEINHOFF BRIGITTE
Published: February 2025

The integration of affordable housing with sustainability principles represents a
complex landscape, with global commitments such as the Sustainable Development Goals
(SDGs) occupying a central position. The case study of Hamburg serves to illustrate a
number of innovative strategies for addressing the issues of affordable housing and
sustainability through urban planning, regulatory measures, and the fostering of
collaboration with key stakeholders. The initiatives undertaken by Hamburg, including urban
conversion, social preservation bylaws and self-build housing communities, serve to
illustrate the city's commitment to the provision of inclusive housing and the integration of
communities. The incorporation of information and communication technologies (ICT) into
the administration of affordable housing has the potential to markedly enhance energy
efficiency and resource management. There are still obstacles to be overcome in terms of
accessibility and digital engagement. The article proposes that other German cities may
adopt analogous strategies by leveraging ICT and sustainable planning to address housing
challenges and emphasises the necessity for a collaborative, data-driven approach to the
creation of sustainable and affordable housing, with the objective of ensuring long-term
urban resilience and equity.
Corporate Insolvency and the Role of Accounting: Investigating How Accountants Navigate Corporate Insolvencies and Restructuring in the Nigerian Business Environment
Authors: Ugochukwu Samuel
Published: February 2025

Corporate insolvency is a growing concern in Nigeria’s challenging business environment, characterized by economic volatility, regulatory inefficiencies, and financial mismanagement. This study explores the pivotal role of accountants in navigating corporate insolvencies and restructuring processes, focusing on their responsibilities in financial reporting, compliance, valuation, and stakeholder communication. Drawing on case studies such as Etisalat Nigeria (now 9mobile) and Intercontinental Bank Plc, the paper examines how accountants address insolvency complexities, mitigate systemic risks, and drive successful restructuring outcomes.

The study adopts a mixed-method approach, combining qualitative interviews with practitioners and quantitative analysis of corporate insolvency cases in Nigeria. Findings reveal that while accountants are critical in facilitating transparent and efficient insolvency proceedings, they face significant challenges, including fragmented regulatory frameworks, limited technological adoption, and ethical dilemmas. Comparative insights from global practices, particularly in the UK and South Africa, demonstrate the potential for Nigeria to enhance its insolvency frameworks through strengthened regulatory enforcement, technological integration, and capacity building for accountants.

This study highlights the urgent need for policy reforms, innovative accounting practices, and collaboration among stakeholders to improve corporate insolvency outcomes in Nigeria. The findings contribute to a deeper understanding of the accountant’s role in mitigating financial crises and fostering economic stability.
SEGURANÇA EM AMBIENTES COM SUBSTÂNCIAS QUÍMICAS PERIGOSAS: UMA REVISÃO DE LITERATURA
Authors: Adrielly Dias Grisante Letícia , Nanni Vieira Marília , Xavier de Morais Adriane , Garcia Grisante Lucas
Published: February 2025

O manuseio de substâncias químicas perigosas em ambientes de trabalho apresenta riscos significativos à saúde e segurança ocupacional, incluindo intoxicações, explosões e doenças graves. Esses riscos afetam desde grandes indústrias até setores como laboratórios e serviços de saúde. A exposição está associada a altas taxas de mortalidade e doenças relacionadas ao trabalho, destacando a necessidade de estratégias eficazes para mitigação de riscos. Revisar e aprimorar tecnologias, normativas e boas práticas é crucial para promover ambientes mais seguros e sustentáveis. Dados levantados na literatura utilizando as plataformas PubMed, Scopus, SciELO e Google Scholar foram utilizadas para levantamento de dados dessa narrativa. Substâncias químicas representam riscos ocupacionais significativos em setores como indústria química, fábricas, laboratórios e agricultura, podendo causar intoxicações, doenças respiratórias e neoplasias. Normativas nacionais e internacionais orientam medidas de segurança, como o uso obrigatório de Equipamentos de Proteção Individual (EPIs) e Coletiva (EPCs), essenciais para minimizar a exposição. Essas estratégias visam proteger a saúde dos trabalhadores e prevenir acidentes em ambientes com produtos químicos perigosos. A saúde e segurança no trabalho têm avançado com regulamentações mais rigorosas e tecnologias emergentes, que ajudam a reduzir acidentes e mortes. Inovações como monitoramento em tempo real aumentam a proteção, mas demandam treinamento especializado e gestão de riscos, incluindo cibersegurança. Além disso, os impactos das mudanças climáticas e da poluição na saúde reforçam a urgência de políticas públicas eficazes e educação contínua, essenciais para garantir ambientes de trabalho seguros e sustentáveis.
Radiation-Induced Breast Angiosarcoma Following Breast- Conserving Therapy. Report of Two Cases
Authors: Bassir G , Fadil K , Bencherifi Y , Benhassou M , Ennachi M , Kerroum M El
Published: February 2025

Adjuvant radiotherapy plays an essential role in the prevention of locoregional recurrences of breast cancer and its effectiveness has been demonstrated in several randomized trials. Radiation-induced angiosarcomais an exceptional complication of radiotherapy, characterized by its malignancy and by its polymorphic clinical and radiological presentation, it has a very poor prognosis. We report two cases of radiation-induced breast angiosarcoma in two patients with a history of cancer breast treated with conservative surgery and radiotherapy. After having exposed our two observations, we will discuss through this observation, the epidemiological, diagnostic and therapeutic aspects of this type of rare aggressive tumors
Appendicitis in Pregnancy; Diagnostic Challenges and Fetal and Maternal Outcomes
Authors: Ishaq Aliya , Siddiqi Warda , Jamshaid Hussain Khan Muhammad , Hamad AlRahoomi Almheiri Salama , Rashid Ambar , Yasin Vohra Misbah , Hamidreza Aslami Nezhad Habibollah , Fakhani Sariah
Published: February 2025

Acute appendicitis is one of the most common causes of acute abdominal pain, affecting approximately 0.57% to 0.79% of pregnancies annually. It is the leading non-obstetric cause of acute abdomen in pregnant women. Diagnosing appendicitis during pregnancy presents significant challenges due to the overlapping symptoms with other pregnancy-related conditions, such as ovarian cysts, urinary tract infections, and labour pains. While appendicitis can occur at any stage of pregnancy, it is most commonly diagnosed in the second trimester, with an incidence ranging from 27% to 60%. Pregnancy-induced anatomical and physiological changes, such as uterine enlargement, can alter the position of the appendix, making clinical signs like rebound tenderness less reliable. Additionally, common symptoms of pregnancy, such as nausea, vomiting, fever, and elevated white blood cell count, further complicate the diagnosis. Although imaging techniques like ultrasound can assist in diagnosis, their effectiveness is limited by the physiological changes of pregnancy.Surgical intervention, typically via laparoscopy, is the standard treatment, with the second trimester being the safest time for both mother and fetus. Timely diagnosis and treatment are crucial to avoid complications such as perforation, preterm birth, and fetal mortality.Thus, there is a need for further research into the diagnostic and management challen
Forensic Accounting in Small Island Developing States: Insights from Mauritius
Authors: Etwaroo Ritesh , Padachi Kesseven , Chauhan Pratabsihn
Published: February 2025

Purpose: Forensic accounting (FA) has emerged as a crucial tool to combat financial crimes in Small Island Developing States (SIDS), where economies are highly vulnerable to fraud and corruption. This study therefore examines the development of FA in Mauritius, exploring its current status, regulatory and institutional framework, and critical success factors.
Methodology: Employing a mixed-methods approach, the research combines document analysis, interviews, and surveys to assess the current status of FA, its challenges and opportunities for its development in SIDS, taking the case of Mauritius.
Findings: Findings reveal that Mauritius has implemented foundational legal and institutional structures to support the development of FA but lacks expertise and capacity specifically in FA due to the lack of recognition of FA certifications and qualifications and availability of very limited courses at university level.
Unique contribution to theory, practice and policy (recommendations): The study proposes a developmental framework for advancing FA practices in Mauritius and similar jurisdictions, emphasizing capacity building, regulatory reinforcement, and recognition of the profession.
Supply Chain Risk Management on Health Outcomes: the Role of Information Technology Capability
Authors: Ofori Issah , Yeboah Hanson Obiri , Agboyi Rosemary Makafui , Baah Samuel Agyei , Asare Charles
Published: February 2025

Purpose: Most studies on supply chain risk management (SCRM) and health outcomes have focused on developed countries, leaving a gap in understanding how these dynamics play out in developing nations. This study seeks to address the gap by conducting the moderating effect of information technology capability on the relationship between supply chain risk management and health outcomes.
Methodology: The research adopts a positivist philosophy. The study employs an explanatory research design, which aims to determine the cause-and-effect relationships between the variables.. The population of the study comprises individuals and organizations directly involved in the supply chain and healthcare sectors. A stratified sampling technique is employed to ensure representation from various subgroups within the population, such as supply chain managers, IT specialists, and healthcare workers. Using a confidence level of 95% and a margin of error of 5%, the sample size is calculated to be 220 participants. The study utilizes primary data sources.
Findings: There is a strong and significant positive relationship between supply chain risk management and health outcomes. There is a significant and strong positive relationship between Information Technology Capability and Health outcomes. There is a positive and significant moderating role of Information technology capability in the relationship between supply chain risk management and health outcomes.
Unique contribution to theory, practice and policy: Healthcare organizations can leverage big data analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), and blockchain to proactively identify and mitigate supply chain risks, leading to better patient care and resource allocation. Governments and health regulators can use IT-powered risk management frameworks to enforce standardized protocols for healthcare logistics, improving equity and accessibility. The study recommends that healthcare organizations should prioritize investment in robust IT infrastructure to ensure their supply chains are equipped to handle dynamic risks effectively. Organizations should also integrate IT into their existing supply chain risk management frameworks. Health care organizations must prioritize the collection, analysis, and utilization of data to enhance decision-making in the supply chain.
Already Connected Digital Early Childhood Between Digital Media and the Net
Authors: Simone Maria
Published: February 2025

Children under seven spend most of their free time using digital
technology. Educational contexts, such as school and family, would
sometimes seem disinterested in the actual understanding and
management of the phenomenon. They are unprepared to provide effective
educational indications in this regard. Pedagogical reection also appears to
be late about the relationship between digital media and early childhood. The
paper tries to ll this research gap by trying to answer these questions: How to
interpret the wide diffusion of digital media and the net among very young
children? What does the screen convey to them? What development gains
and educational needs can be covered instead? Under what conditions is the
virtual an educational environment?
Non-Oil Export and Sustainable Development in Nigeria
Authors: Abu Silas , Idoko Cletus , Adama Ibrahim
Published: February 2025

The study examined the impact of non-oil export on sustainable
development in Nigeria using annual time series data spanning 1990-
2023. The study used Human Development Index (HDI) to proxy
sustainable development as the dependent variable, while the independent
variables were Agricultural Sector's contribution to Exports, Manufacturing
sector's contribution to Exports, Exchange rate and Trade Openness. The
study adopted the Error Correction Model and the Autoregressive
Distributive Lag (ARDL) econometric techniques for data analysis. Findings
from the study indicated that agricultural sector's contribution to total
exports exerts negative insignicant impact on sustainable development in
the longrun. Manufacturing sector's export contribution affects sustainable
development positively and significantly in the long run, while the effect is
negative and statistically significant for exchange rate's contribution to
sustainable development in Nigeria. Trade openness is positively and
significantly associated with sustainable development in Nigeria. Hence, this
study concludes that the neglect of the nation's agricultural sector explains
why its impact is not signicant in stimulating sustainable development in
the Nigerian economy. More so, the nation's manufacturing sector, exchange
rate of the Naira as well as the level of the nation's trade openness are crucial
economic variables or issues that should not be jeopardized if the goal of
sustainable development is paramount to the nation. Based on this finding,
the study recommends that the government should revamp, encourage and
financially support the nation's agricultural sector in order to make it
attractive to both small scale and large-scale investors.
Contribuciones al desarrollo de sensores fotónicos para detección de gases
Authors:   , Gallego Martínez Elieser Ernesto
Published: February 2025

Optical sensors based on resonances have played a leading role in the development of various technologies, especially those based on lossy modes over the past fifteen years. One of its most rapidly growing applications is gas detection. This thesis presents the results obtained in the development of optical sensors based on resonances for gas detection. It addresses the state of the art of resonance-based sensor technologies, including SPR (Surface Plasmon Resonance) and LMR (Lossy Mode Resonance), in the detection of gases and volatile organic compounds. Efforts focus on fundamental aspects such as: the use of substrates that enable the fabrication of LMR and HMR (Hyperbolic Mode Resonance) sensors at the longest possible wavelengths in the infrared region using materials like calcium fluoride (CaF2), and the application of artificial intelligence techniques to enhance the performance of these sensors and enable the detection of multiple gases.
Barreras y oportunidades para el financiamiento de las mujeres en el sector primario y rural de México
Authors: Lara Alvarez Jorge , Ferreyra Ortiz Gloria Edith , Borja Herrera Ximena , Mendoza Rodriguez Yareli Yazmin , Lopez Yepez Paola
Published: February 2025

Este artículo presenta evidencia de la brecha de financiamiento que enfrentan las mujeres en el sector primario y rural de México. Se analiza el acceso al crédito para mujeres prestatarias en distintos estratos económicos, desarrollando una teoría que conecta la trayectoria crediticia, el uso de garantías y el papel de los intermediarios financieros. Los hallazgos muestran que la efectividad de las garantías y los canales de atención (intermediarios financieros) varían significativamente entre estratos. Aunque las garantías fira y Fonaga aumentan el financiamiento en los estratos bajos, su eficacia se reduce y se vuelve contraproducente en niveles más altos. Además, el estudio subraya la importancia de los intermediarios financieros no bancarios en la canalización de créditos para mujeres de estratos más bajos. El historial crediticio se revela como un factor positivo en todos los estratos. Este trabajo sienta las bases para futuras investigaciones sobre la inclusión financiera de las mujeres, y destaca la necesidad de adaptar las garantías y las estrategias de intermediación según las características específicas de cada estrato.
Sembrando Vida: una evaluación de impacto sobre la cobertura forestal
Authors: Pérez Ponciano Pablo , Rojas Irvin
Published: February 2025

Abordar los problemas interrelacionados entre la pérdida de biodiversidad y la pobreza requiere un enfoque integral e integrado de políticas. El programa federal Sembrando Vida (sv) en México busca abordar ambos desafíos mediante la implementación de medidas para restaurar la cobertura forestal y aliviar la pobreza. Sin embargo, carece de indicadores sólidos y evaluaciones de impacto, lo que dificulta una comprensión completa de su efectividad. Este estudio busca estimar el impacto del programa en la cobertura forestal al nivel municipal en Chiapas, utilizando imágenes satelitales y datos administrativos en conjunto con metodologías cuasiexperimentales. Como resultado, se identifica que el impacto promedio al nivel municipal oscila entre -1166 y -1524 ha de forma consistente para las diversas definiciones de penetración de sv.
ОСНОВНЫЕ ЭТАПЫ РАЗВИТИЯ И МЕТОДОЛОГИЧЕСКОЕ ЗНАЧЕНИЕ НАУЧНОЙ ТЕОРИИ БИОСФЕРЫ ДЛЯ ПРЕОДОЛЕНИЯ ЭКОЛОГИЧЕСКОГО КРИЗИСА
Authors: Гезалов Ариз Авяз Оглы
Published: February 2025

В статье отмечается, что учение о биосфере не могло возникнуть раньше, чем в естествознании накопилось достаточное количество данных, свидетельствующих о тесной взаимосвязанности в природе явлений органического и неорганического мира. Ставиться и дается обоснованный ответ на вопросы: каковы методологические мотивы введения в науку таких новых понятий, как «биосфера» и затем «ноосфера», какую роль сыграли они в развитии научной теории о Земле и в чем их значение для дальнейшего развития наук о природе и обществе?
В статье описывается идеи развития и взаимосвязанности природных явлений в трудах И. Канта, Ч. Лайеля, М. В. Ломоносова, Ж.Б. Ламарка, Жоффруа Сент-Илера, К.Ф. Рулье и других ученых. Также дается определении многозначности термина «ноосфера» от французских ученых Э. Леруа и П. Тейяр де Шарден
ИССЛЕДОВАНИЕ РАЗВИТИЯ ЛОГИСТИЧЕСКОЙ ОТРАСЛИ КАЗАХСТАНА В РАМКАХ ПРОЕКТА «ОДИН ПОЯС, ОДИН ПУТЬ»
Authors: Ермекбаев А , Ни Мэн
Published: February 2025

Предложение стратегии развития «Один пояс, один путь» способствовало развитию отношений сотрудничества между Китаем и Казахстаном. С продвижением стратегии «Один пояс, один путь» торгово-экономическое сотрудничество между Китаем и Казахстаном будет и дальше углубляться. В этом контексте логистическая отрасль Казахстана откроет хорошие возможности для развития. В статье резюмируется состояние развития логистической и транспортной отрасли Казахстана и предлагается способствовать развитию логистической отрасли Казахстана с трех сторон: содействие строительству основных логистических объектов, усиление подготовки международных логистических талантов и углубление сотрудничества между Китаем и Казахстаном.
В статье также анализируется экономический и международный статус Китая за последние годы реформ и также сотрудничество между Китаем и Казахстаном как «союзник» Китая. Так как Казахстан и Китай являются развивающимися странами с хорошими международными отношениями, впереди эта тема должна углубленно изучатся в контексте развития «пояса и пути» и извлекать дополнительные уроки из пути развития Китая. В дальнейшем, рамках «Один пояс, один путь» Казахстан должен воспользоваться возможностью сотрудничества для энергичного развития отечественной логистической отрасли и содействия экономическому развитию
The Role of Cancer Stem Cells in Uveal Melanoma
Authors: Świerzewski Piotr , Romanowska-Dixon Bożena , Elas Martyna
Published: February 2025

Uveal melanoma is the most common type of eye cancer, with primary tumors typically originating in the choroid, though they can also develop in the iris or ciliary body. The condition is associated with high mortality due to metastases, particularly to the liver, which are often resistant to treatment. An important factor in this resistance is the presence of cancer stem cells or progenitor cells. These cells have the ability to self-renew and differentiate into diverse cell types, contributing to the development of resistant and heterogeneous cancer cell populations. There have been numerous efforts to identify cancer stem cell markers across various types of cancer, including uveal melanoma. This paper aims to review stem cell markers, such as CD133 and CD166, common to multiple cancers, alongside markers more specific to melanoma and uveal melanoma, including SOX2 and nestin. Despite extensive research, a definitive characterization of cancer stem cells in uveal melanoma has yet to be achieved.
Comparing myocardial injury patterns and outcomes in cardiac magnetic resonance imaging between COVID-19- and non-COVID-19-related myocarditis
Authors: Hajsadeghi Shokoufeh , Kasaei Mohammad , Pouraliakbar Hamidreza , Jamalkhani Sepehr , Mirshafiee Shayan
Published: February 2025

Purpose

Despite the low incidence of COVID myocarditis, its influence on outcomes is substantial. The pivotal role of cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR) in diagnosing myocarditis is considered to be associated with disease prognosis. The primary objective of this study was to conduct a comparative analysis of myocardial injury patterns, CMR pathologic features, outcomes, and their correlation with CMR findings in COVID- and non-COVID-related myocarditis.

Material and methods

This historical cohort study involved 124 patients diagnosed with myocarditis (COVID-19 or non-COVID-19), who underwent CMR between 2018 and 2021. The COVID group consisted of 70 individuals with a definite history of COVID-19 infection within 4 weeks, and the non-COVID group comprised 54 individuals who had no prior exposure to the SARS-CoV-2 virus. All patients were monitored for one year to assess the incidence of major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE). Additionally, baseline and follow-up echocardiography data were obtained with a minimum 3-month interval.

Results

In comparison between two groups regarding to indices of CMR, left ventricular (LV) ejection fraction (p < 0.001), right ventricular (RV) ejection fraction (p < 0.001) were significantly lower in non-COVID group, and significant LV and RV systolic dysfunction were meaningfully lower in the COVID group. Extension of late gado­linium enhancement (LGE) was significantly greater in COVID group. Finally, the incidence of MACE and mean event-free survival did not have significant difference between two groups.

Conclusions

Although CMR findings differed between the 2 groups, there was no significant difference in the risk of MACE or survival during one-year follow-up. Notably, LV and RV dysfunction were more prevalent in the non-COVID group, while extension of LGE was greater in the COVID group.
Impact of Colour Space Transformation on Smoke Detection Accuracy using RESNET50
Authors: Taha Mohannad , Safaa Mohamed
Published: February 2025

Detecting smoke that precedes fire is a vital matter since it will detect fire incidents in a very early stage since these incidents have very high catastrophic effects on people's lives as well as industrial matters. In order to produce a more reliable detection system, in this article, we dove deeper to examine the effect of colour conversion of the captured footage to enhance the detection percentage using a pre-trained CNN model (ResNet50) that was altered to do a binary classification and was trained on a dataset that consists of smoke and non-smoke scenario images. We examined the system using the footage's original status (RGB) and also tested four colour spaces (HSV, YCbCr, LAB, and grayscale). The testing results showed that HSV had the highest accuracy of 92.1% and the lowest errors during training and testing. Regarding accuracy, the order after HSV was RGB, YCbCr, LAB, and finally, grayscale. Grayscale was the lowest in the testing results, with 85.4%. These results indicate that colour spaces do affect the detection quality and using them would improve the quality of smoke detection systems.