bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
УДОСКОНАЛЕННЯ СИСТЕМИ ОЧИЩЕННЯ ПРОКАТНОЇ ЕМУЛЬСІЇ У ПРОЦЕСІ ХОЛОДНОЇ ПРОКАТКИ З ТЕХНОЛОГІЧНИМИ МАСТИЛАМИ
Authors: Спічак Олександр Юрійович , Шестопалов Олександр Володимирович , Кухар Володимир Валентинович , Малій Христина Василівна
Published: September 2024

У роботі досліджено нову конструкцію обладнання для очищення стічної емульсії, яка використовується в цехах холодного прокату, що містить П-подібні пластини для підвищення ефективності процесу очищення. Показано, що для повторного застосування емульсолів за холодної прокатки потрібно забезпечити ефективне охолодження та змащування поверхонь валкового інструменту та штаби, щоби зменшити знос валків і підвищити якість обробленої поверхні металу. Регулярне очищення емульсії необхідне для підтримання її ефективності та тривалого терміну служби, оскільки під час роботи вона забруднюється металевими частинками, продуктами зносу та домішками. Установлено, що нова конструкція пристрою очищення стічної емульсії з використанням П-подібних пластин забезпечує ефективне видалення гідравлічних мастил і забруднень з поверхні емульсії, що значно покращує якість холодного прокату та зменшує витрати на купівлю скімера. Запропоновано прохідний магнітний фільтр, який додатково підвищує ефективність очищення, зменшує вміст олії у шламі та знижує витрати емульсолу на прокатку. Порівняльний аналіз показав значне підвищення видалення механічних домішок за допомогою магнітного фільтра, що приводить до зниження вмісту мастила в емульсії. Нова система очищення не потребує додаткового обслуговування та працює в автоматичному режимі, що підвищує її ефективність і знижує експлуатаційні витрати. З’ясовано, що запропоновані вдосконалення дозволяють оптимізувати процес очищення емульсії, забезпечують кращу якість продукції та зниження витрат на виробництво. На основі проведених досліджень було встановлено, що нова система ефективно затримує забруднення, зберігає водночас робочу концентрацію прокатної емульсії, що підтверджується лабораторними аналізами. Виконане порівняння емульсії в очисному коробі без пластин і з установленими пластинами для наочного підтвердження ефективності системи. Удосконалена система очищення дозволяє знизити загальний рівень вмісту гідравлічних олив у прокатній емульсії на 15%, що економить кошти на купівлю скімера та покращує якість холодного прокату завдяки зменшенню відсортування за поверхневими забрудненнями штаби.
Espiritualidad sin religión. Interioridad, jóvenes y creencias religiosas
Authors: Flores Soria Darío Armando , Navarro Ramos Jesús Arturo , Vigil Gallego José María , Corbí Quiñonero Mariano , Romero González Omar de Jesús , Hernández Gallegos Juan Francisco , González Alcalá Abraham Uriel , Ortiz Acosta Juan Diego , Saganogo Brahiman , Fuerte José Alejandro , Acosta Rico Fabián , Moya García Gerardo , Vázquez Parada Lourdes Celina , Torres Medina Arely del Carmen , Padilla Moreno Sergio , Aguirre de la Torre Jimena , Ordoñana Tejedo María Fernanda , Chapula Gutiérrez Yesenia Jazmín , Díaz Ruiz Juan Martín , Vega Villaseñor Heriberto , Chupik Geb. Schmid Gertrud María
Published: September 2024

Este libro es producto de un espacio de estudio, discusión y análisis de académicos dedicados a la comprensión y explicación de los asuntos religiosos. Son varias preguntas que se responden: ¿Qué es la espiritualidad humana? ¿Puede haber una espiritualidad sin religión? ¿Para qué sirve la espiritualidad? ¿Cómo se cultiva la espiritualidad? ¿Ante el indiferentismo religioso de los jóvenes, la espiritualidad es una opción? ¿La espiritualidad nos puede egocentrar o aperturar hacia los demás? ¿Es importante la espiritualidad en una sociedad cada vez más materialista y depredadora? Entre otros temas se señala que no existe una sola forma de exploración de la espiritualidad, sino que aparecen diversas experiencias, donde el sujeto —en mayor o menor medida— que se ubica en sus búsquedas al margen de los sistemas religiosos va dando forma y estructurando una serie de creencias que le llevan a sondear otros caminos, que, si bien pueden rechazar a las religiones institucionalizadas, en muchos casos, plantean la emergencia de cambios en las mismas.
Learning a practical psychotherapeutic skill in higher education in Sweden: A conceptual paper concerning the importance of constructive alignment when teaching therapeutic alliance
Authors: Lindqvist Bagge Ann-Sophie , Holmqvist Rolf , Skoog Therése , Hildebrand Karlén Malin
Published: September 2024

Background

In addition to theoretical education, clinical psychology programs should include practical skills training. This skill training may be tied to specific assessment and treatment methods; other skills, such as the ability to create a collaborative alliance with patients, are more generic. Previous research has shown that the ability to build a therapeutic alliance (TA) is often not systematically taught in clinical psychology programs and it is uncertain how this competence is examined. A lack of competence in establishing TA on the part of the psychologist might diminish the effects of psychotherapy. To meet the Bologna Declaration, European universities need to demonstrate constructive alignment, i.e. a relationship between elements of the course content and intended learning outcomes in course documents, and show how the acquired knowledge, abilities, and approaches are assessed.

Method

This conceptual paper reviewed the syllabuses for universities in Sweden offering the five-year clinical psychology program to illustrate how higher education in Sweden adheres to the Bologna recommendation on constructive alignment when teaching TA to future clinical psychologists.

Results

Only two universities out of all eleven universities in Sweden offering a psychology program described satisfactory constructive alignment concerning TA.

Conclusion

This conceptual paper raises awareness of the importance of pedagogic structure when teaching TA in higher education by pointing to the prevailing lack of constructive alignment in teaching TA. The increased awareness will hopefully lead to improved structuring in the teaching of TA.
Does practice make perfect? The effects of an eight-week manualized deliberate practice course with peer feedback on patient-rated working alliance in adults: A pilot randomized controlled trial
Authors: Lagerberg Håkan , Boswell James F. , Constantino Michael J. , Andersson Gerhard , Carlbring Per
Published: September 2024

Background

Deliberate Practice (DP), which underscores the importance of expert mentorship, personalized learning objectives, feedback, and repetition, has been suggested as a method to enhance the effectiveness of therapists.

Method

The study tested the efficacy of an eight-week, structured, group-based online course, enriched with peer feedback, for 37 Cognitive Behavioral Therapists. The goal was to assess whether this intervention could boost the quality of therapist-patient alliances, as compared to a control group. To measure this, therapists had their patients anonymously fill out the Session Alliance Inventory both before and after the course. The trial encompassed 120 patient alliance ratings at baseline and 64 at the post-course measurement. The DP course was comprised of a 75-minute remote video workshop each week for eight weeks, supplemented by related study materials. Each workshop focused on a specific skill, such as responding to client resistance, and included 55 minutes of concentrated role-play activities, providing ample opportunities for repetition and feedback.

Results

Using a linear mixed model we did not find an effect on patient alliance ratings. However, we observed a trend (p = .054) indicating that the DP group decreased their alliance ratings (Cohen’s d = -0.40), while the control group demonstrated an increase in their scores (d = 0.49).

Conclusion

This pilot study did not find support for DP leading to better patient-rated alliance compared to a waitlist control. However, the study had several methodological limitations. Further and more rigorous investigation of the effects of DP on patient outcomes is recommended.
Developing a European Psychotherapy Consortium (EPoC): Towards adopting a single-item self-report outcome measure across European countries
Authors: Gonçalves Miguel M. , Lutz Wolfgang , Schwartz Brian , Oliveira João Tiago , Saarni Suoma E. , Tishby Orya , Rubel Julian A. , Boehnke Jan R. , Montesano Adrian , Paiva Dario , Ceridono Davide , Zech Emmanuelle , Willemsen Jochem , Saarni Samuli I. , Kompan Erzar Katarina , Janeiro Luís , Gelo Omar C. G. , Errázuriz Paula , Holas Pawel , Styła Rafał , Rožič Tatjana , Rosenström Tom , Békés Vera , Unoka Zsolt , Barkham Michael
Published: September 2024

Background

Complementing the development of evidence-based psychological therapies, practice-based evidence has developed from patient samples collected in routine care, addressing questions relevant to patients and practitioners, and thereby expanding our knowledge of psychological therapies and their impact. Implementation of assessments in routine care allows for timely clinical decision support and the collection of multiple practice-based data sets by addressing the needs of patients and clinicians (e.g., routine outcome monitoring) and the needs of researchers (e.g., identifying the impact of therapist variables on outcomes).

Method

In this article we describe an initiative developed in Europe, through the European Chapter of the Society for Psychotherapy Research, aimed at creating a consortium that has the potential for collecting data on tens of thousands of patients per year.

Results

A survey identified one of the main problems in the development of a common data set to be the heterogeneity of measures used by members (e.g., 87 different pre-post outcomes). We report on the results of the survey and the initial stage of identifying a single-item – the Emotional and Psychological Outcome (EPO-1) – measure and the process of its translation into multiple European languages.

Conclusions

We conclude this first stage of the overall project by discussing the future potential of the Consortium in relation to the development of procedures that allow crosswalks of outcome measures and the creation of a task force that may be consulted when new data sets are collected, aiming for new common measures to be implemented and shared.
Impulsive buying and deferment of gratification among adults with ADHD
Authors: Einarsson Sverrir Björn , Sigurðsson Baldur Heiðar , Kjartansdóttir Sigurlín Hrund , Magnússon Páll , Sigurðsson Jón Friðrik
Published: September 2024

Background

Impulsivity symptoms have been studied thoroughly in adults with ADHD, including hasty actions and decisions without considering possible consequences. The objective of our study was to investigate impulsive buying and deferment of gratification among adults with ADHD and a comparison group.

Method

The participants were 225 adults with ADHD and 121 university students who completed the Buying Impulsiveness Scale (BIS), the Deferment of Gratification Questionnaire (DOGQ), the Adult ADHD Rating Scale—IV (ADHD-RS), as well as background questions.

Results

Significant differences were found between the two groups on the three scales, the ADHD group showing more ADHD symptoms, more frequent impulsive buying behaviour and less ability to defer gratification. Mediation analyses yielded significant indirect effects in both samples, which suggests that the relationship between ADHD symptoms and impulsive buying is mediated by the ability to defer gratification.

Conclusion

The results suggest that placing emphasis on improving the capacity of adults with ADHD to defer gratification might be beneficial in treatment.
ANALISIS KEPEMIMPINAN TERHADAP EFISIENSI PENCAPAIAN TUJUAN PERUSAHAAN: STUDI KASUS KETUA DIVISI CSR PT. BUKIT ASAM
Authors: Pratama Yudhistira Anugerah , Putri Ria Hutami , Nurokhim Fathur Rhohman , Sikki Nurhaeni
Published: September 2024

To achieve efficiency in achieving organizational goals, leaders can apply five dimensions of leadership based on strategic vision, communication, member development, effective division and tasks, and objective work evaluation. This study describes five dimensions of leadership in the CSR Division of Bukit Asam Company. The study used qualitative descriptive methods using interviews and secondary data. The results showed that the head of CSR Division of Bukit Asam Company has implemented five dimensions of leadership, thus having a significant positive impact, both performance and reputation. In this case, the head of CSR Division of Bukit Asam Company needs to maintain and improve its ability to lead in order to achieve the goals of the CSR Division of Bukit Asam Company efficiently.
The importance of diversity for ecosystem functioning increases in heterogeneous environments
Authors: Wurz Annemarie , Albrecht Jörg , Böhning-Gaese Katrin , Brandl Roland , Neuschulz Eike , Bendix Jörg , Fischer Markus , Hemp Andreas , Homeier Jürgen , Kiese Ralf , Kuzyakov Yakov , Leuschner Christoph , Peters Marcell , Scheu Stefan , Steffan-Dewenter Ingolf , Velescu Andre , Wilcke Wolfgang , Schleuning Matthias , Farwig Nina
Published: September 2024

Aim Significant progress has been made in understanding the links between biodiversity and ecosystem functioning in both experimental and real-world ecosystems. Yet, we have limited understanding to which extent biodiversity affects ecosystem functioning in natural heterogeneous environments and whether changes in ecosystem functions are related to changes in species richness and/or turnover. Here we (1) quantify the contribution of diversity to variation in ecosystem functioning (i.e., the diversity effect) in heterogeneous environments and (2) test whether spatial variation in species richness and/or turnover between communities mediate effects of environmental heterogeneity on the diversity effect. Location Two tropical elevational gradients: Andes (Ecuador) and Mt. Kilimanjaro (Tanzania). Time period Current. Taxa studied Multiple: plants, oribatid mites, springtails, ants and birds. Methods We expand an analytical framework based on the Price equation to quantify the relative contribution of species richness or turnover to variation in ecosystem functioning within and across ecosystem types. We applied this framework using data on seven ecosystem functions collected in six ecosystem types on two tropical elevational gradients. Results We found a consistent increase in the diversity effect on ecosystem functioning with increasing environmental heterogeneity. Both species richness and turnover contributed similarly to the diversity effect. The increase in the diversity effect with environmental heterogeneity was solely based on the variation in species richness. The effect of species turnover was unrelated to environmental heterogeneity. Main Conclusions Our proposed framework enables the quantification of BEF relationships at large spatial scales and across various ecosystem types. It expands on previous studies by allowing comparisons among naturally assembled communities along environmental gradients. By applying our framework to two tropical systems, we show that changes in species richness and turnover contribute similarly to variations in ecosystem functioning across both elevational gradients. However, species richness is particularly important in mediating the effects of environmental heterogeneity on ecosystem functioning.
“Every Quiet Step is Thunder to Beetle Life Underfoot”: Redefining the Misrepresentations in Barbara Kingsolver’s Prodigal Summer
Authors: B Mercy , S. Meena Rani
Published: September 2024

Misrepresentation is providing false information about someone or something, often to deceive or gain an advantage. Fraudulent misrepresentation is one of the most serious forms of misrepresentation, which involves deliberate deceit and can result in the contract being voided and damages being sought. Barbara Kingsolver’s novel Prodigal Summer challenges traditional misrepresentations by emphasizing the interconnectedness of all living beings. With the metaphor ‘Every quiet step is thunder to beetle life underfoot,’ Kingsolver highlights the profound impact of seemingly insignificant human actions on the ecosystem. The first discussion concerns the novel’s female characters, Deanna, Lusa, and Nannie, and how they redefine traditional farming instead of the men, who are often misrepresented as using harmful modern agricultural systems. The second discussion is about how men use the land for commercial purposes. Deanna actively protects natural wildlife, such as coyotes, and maintains domestic animals to support ecological balance. Lusa and Nannie are organic farmers who cultivate their vegetable and fruit land for the benefit of their families. Eddie used to hunt animals, especially coyotes, while Garnett preferred modern agricultural systems for economic gain. However, both actions have an impact on the environment and its beings. Kingsolver supports the natural environment and expresses this through her female characters, who resist the actions of men.
A Paratextual Study on the Communication Model of the English Translations of Cha Jing
Authors: Liu Yimeng
Published: September 2024

Lu Yu's Cha Jing is the earliest, most comprehensive monograph on tea and serves as the foundation of tea culture. The English translation of Cha Jing has played a vital role in spreading tea culture to the Western world. In 1974, Francis Ross Carpenter published the first complete English translation titled “The Classic of Tea in the United States”. In 2009, Chinese scholars Jiang Yi and Jiang Xin completed the translation of The Classic of Tea / The Sequel to The Classic of Tea as part of the Great Chinese Library project. In 2015, Aaron Fisher, an American tea culture expert based in Taiwan, introduced the first electronic version through the e-magazine Global Tea Hut. These three translations offer unique characteristics, providing valuable materials for translation studies. There is currently limited research on the communication models of the English translations of Chajing, particularly the comparative analysis of their paratexts. Examining the paratexts through Gérard Genette's theory, this research adopts a qualitative analysis approach to explore the communication models of the three English translations. Additionally, a comparative analysis using Harold Lasswell’s 5W communication model identifies differences, strengths, and weaknesses in terms of the translator(s), message, channel, readers, and communication effects. The study argues that the paratexts of the English translations reflect the evolution of translation and dissemination models of Chajing across different periods and media. The Carpenter translation and the Jiang Yi and Jiang Xin versions represent two prevalent models in the print media era. The former follows a commercial publishing model, targeting ordinary readers and introducing tea culture comprehensively despite some limitations in quality. The latter represents an academic model, faithfully presenting the original essence to domestic and international scholars yet lacking richness in paratextual elements. Global Tea Hut's translation represents a cross-cultural, new media model initiated by a tea enthusiast community. It targets tea culture enthusiasts with multimodal and interactive paratexts but may lack depth and comprehensiveness. In the current media landscape, the three models can complement each other and collectively promote the global dissemination of tea culture.
Computer technologies as an object and source of forensic knowledge: challenges and prospects of development
Authors: Muzh Valerii , Lechachenko Taras
Published: September 2024

The article is dedicated to the examination of the impact of computer technologies on the development of forensic science as a whole, as well as their characterization as objects of forensic investigation. Within the scope of the research, an analysis of three main trends of forensic science in the field of information technologies is conducted. Computer technologies are considered as a means of obtaining evidence, the subject, and the instrument of crime. We conclude that computer technologies play a significant role in the process of forensic investigations, influencing the quality of criminal investigations, and consequently, the state of legality within the state.
Heat treatment of molybdenum and tungsten in powder environments
Authors: Kovbashyn Vasiliy , Bochar Igor
Published: September 2024

The recommended ways of improving the technological and physico-mechanical properties of refractory metals (molybdenum and tungsten) after diffusion annealing in several stages are described. In order to significantly increase the technological characteristics and transition to stricter conditions of operation of products made of refractory metals, it is necessary to improve the already existing methods of metal processing and make significant changes in the development of new ones. Different directions of processing of refractory metals have been studied and analyzed, which involve the process of heating and cooling of metals, while their near-surface layers receive certain complex technological processes of redistribution of chemical components. A certain part begins to migrate to the surface of the metal-vacuum distribution, another part moves into the depth, and still another part remains without movements. The behavior of carbon, oxygen and nitrogen penetration elements was studied when molybdenum and tungsten were heated to a temperature of 800 oC and then cooled to room temperature. To evaluate changes in the mechanical properties of molybdenum and tungsten after diffusion annealing, appropriate tests were conducted. In order to study the changes in the technological and physico-mechanical properties of refractory metals after the process of diffusion annealing in an active powder environment, bending and buckling tests were conducted. Conducted studies on the content of oxygen in refractory metals during the second heating showed that its concentration in tungsten decreases by almost two times, and in molybdenum by five times. The technological process of purification refractory metals can be significantly accelerated if molybdenum and tungsten are heated in pulse mode, which involves heating and cooling, as is known, this method of thermal treatment of metals stimulates the processes of transfer of impurities penetrating from the depth of the volume of metals to their surface. The conducted studies established that after the first diffusion annealing, the plasticity coefficient of molybdenum increased by 3–4 times, and that of tungsten by 2–3 times, compared to untreated samples of refractory metals. Based on the analysis of literature data and conducted research, a set of measures aimed at improving the technological and physico-mechanical properties of refractory metals (molybdenum and tungsten) after diffusion annealing in an active powder environment is proposed.
Comparison of the accuracy of machine learning algorithms for brain-computer interaction based on high-performance computing technologies
Authors: Stefanyshyn Volodymyr , Stefanyshyn Ivan , Pastukh Oleh , Kulikov Serhii
Published: September 2024

In this article, we will analyze different classifiers for recognizing hand and finger movements using electroencephalograph (EEG) signals and determine which ones are the most accurate. This is important for the introduction of neurorehabilitation technologies and control of prosthetic movements. The method is based on the use of self-learning algorithms for efficient processing and analysis of informative characteristics based on EEG data. Aiming to adaptively recognize different motor commands. This ability ensures the robustness and efficiency of the system in understanding complex sets of brain signals associated with a specific motor action. The results obtained in this study demonstrate effective approaches for processing EEG signals using machine learning algorithms, analytical approaches, and cloud technologies. The perspectives revealed by this study will help to improve and speed up the development of research in the field of neurocognitive signal processing. The results obtained by us contribute to improving the work and increasing the accuracy of the interaction between the human brain and the computer.
Security of remote iot system management by integrating firewall configuration into tunneled traffic
Authors: Mishko Oleksiy , Matiuk Danylo , Derkach Maryna
Published: September 2024

The issue of increasing the security level of the IoT system is considered in this paper. To provide individual and secure access to the system remotely, firewall data packet filtering rules were integrated into the VPN connection using the WireGuard protocol. Such security mechanism was implemented and tested on the developed smart lighting system, which enables effective control of lighting brightness in real time. The IoT system is based on ESP32 microcontroller and is integrated with Home Assistant platform. Using web server and Docker technology, the system is efficient and flexible to manage various IoT devices in one centralized environment, and MikroTik Hap AC Lite router with RouterOS v7.7 operating system provides reliable network infrastructure.
การประเมินคุณลักษณะและการหาค่าความไม่แน่นอนของอุปกรณ์วัดรังสีแบบแก้ว สำหรับรังสีโฟตอนพลังงานต่ำ
Authors: เจริญแพทย์ ชนิดาภา , กริตยกวินวงศ์ วริษฐา , วิมลโนช มนัญชยา , กิ่งแก้ว ศักดา , อุณห์ศิริ สรจรส
Published: September 2024

บทนำ: การวัดปริมาณรังสีในทางการแพทย์เป็นเรื่องสำคัญ จากการเล็งเห็นถึงประสิทธิภาพของอุปกรณ์วัดรังสีแบบแก้วทั้งในด้านการมีความสามารถในการทำซ้ำที่ดี มีการเลือนหายของสัญญาณน้อย และแสดงความเป็นเชิงเส้นในช่วงปริมาณรังสีที่กว้าง จึงได้เลือกนำมาใช้ในการประเมินคุณลักษณะและการหาค่าความไม่แน่นอนของอุปกรณ์วัดรังสีแบบแก้วสำหรับรังสีโฟตอนพลังงานต่ำในทางรังสีวินิจฉัย
วัตถุประสงค์: เพื่อประเมินคุณลักษณะและหาค่าความไม่แน่นอนของอุปกรณ์วัดรังสีแบบแก้วในรังสีโฟตอนพลังงานต่ำ
วิธีการศึกษา: ดำเนินการตามวิธีของ IAEA Technical Reports No. 457 โดยวัดความหนาครึ่งค่าของเครื่องจำลองการรักษา ยี่ห้อ Varian รุ่น Acuity จากนั้นสอบเทียบอุปกรณ์วัดรังสีแบบแก้ว รุ่น GD-352M และศึกษาคุณลักษณะต่าง ๆ (ความสม่ำเสมอ ความเป็นเชิงเส้นต่อปริมาณรังสี ความถูกต้อง การตอบสนองต่อพลังงาน ความสามารถในการทำซ้ำของอุปกรณ์วัดรังสี เครื่องอ่านและแม็กกาซีน) พร้อมทั้งหาปริมาณรังสีที่น้อยที่สุดที่อุปกรณ์วัดได้และค่าความไม่แน่นอน
ผลการศึกษา: อุปกรณ์มีความสม่ำเสมอในการวัดปริมาณรังสีร้อยละ 0.09 การตอบสนองต่อปริมาณรังสีเป็นเส้นตรง ช่วง 0 - 10 mGy มีความถูกต้องร้อยละ 0.21 ช่วง 0.5 - 10 mGy ขึ้นกับพลังงานต่ำ (70 - 120 kVp) ที่ร้อยละ 0.05 มีความสามารถในการทำซ้ำของอุปกรณ์และแม็กกาซีนร้อยละ 0.04 และร้อยละ 0.01 ตามลำดับ ปริมาณรังสีที่น้อยที่สุดที่สามารถวัดได้เท่ากับ 0.01 mGy และมีค่าความไม่แน่นอนของอุปกรณ์อยู่ที่ร้อยละ 3.83
สรุป: อุปกรณ์วัดรังสีแบบแก้วสามารถวัดปริมาณรังสีโฟตอนพลังงานต่ำได้อย่างถูกต้อง นอกจากนี้ การศึกษาคุณลักษณะต่าง ๆ ยังทำให้สามารถนำไปใช้วัดปริมาณรังสีได้อย่างถูกต้องเหมาะสม
A agroecologia e os serviços ecossistêmicos no contexto latino americano: uma revisão sistemática
Authors: Aparecida Almeida dos Santos Rebeka , Vestena Leandro Redin
Published: September 2024

Este estudo apresenta os resultados de uma revisão sistemática da produção bibliográfica sobre agroecologia e agroecossistemas sustentáveis, com foco na garantia da segurança alimentar e na manutenção de serviços ecossistêmicos na América Latina. Foram analisados 26 artigos presentes na base de dados Scopus que enfocam práticas agroecológicas e serviços ecossistêmicos. Os resultados revelaram um crescente interesse pelo tema agroecologia, principalmente, no Brasil. Os temas abordados nos artigos englobaram segurança alimentar frente as mudanças climáticas, conservação da biodiversidade e manejo sustentável da terra. Conclui-se que os agroecossistemas sustentáveis desempenham um papel crucial na manutenção nas funções e serviços dos ecossistemas, contribuindo assim para alcançar as metas dos Objetivos de Desenvolvimento Sustentável estabelecidos pela ONU na Agenda 2030.
Guía interactiva digital con estrategias educativas para el desarrollo de relaciones interpersonales para los estudiantes con enfermedades catastróficas
Authors: Vargas Vargas Diana Marcela , Cunin Chimborazo Rud Noemi , Villafuerte Granda Katherine Lilibeth , Jumbo Misquero Paulo Franco
Published: September 2024

Introducción: En el contexto educativo actual, el enfoque en el bienestar integral de los estudiantes con necesidades específicas ha adquirido una relevancia significativa. En particular, el desarrollo de relaciones interpersonales se ha identificado como un aspecto crucial para el crecimiento emocional y social de los estudiantes con enfermedades catastróficas. Objetivo: El propósito del presente trabajo es proponer una guía interactiva digital con estrategias educativas, para desarrollar las relaciones interpersonales de un estudiante con enfermedad catastrófica de una Unidad Educativa ubicada en la provincia de Pastaza. Metodología: El enfoque metodológico adoptado se basa en un paradigma interpretativo con un enfoque cualitativo, utilizando el método de estudio de caso. Se realizaron entrevistas a docentes, padres y observaciones para comprender la situación actual en cuanto al desarrollo de relaciones interpersonales en este estudiante. Resultados:  Los resultados revelaron una serie de desafíos, como la falta de apoyo en situaciones difíciles, el desconocimiento sobre estrategias efectivas para fomentar relaciones interpersonales y la escasez de habilidades de regulación emocional. Sobre estos se construye una guía interactiva digital con estrategias educativas, dirigidas a docentes, familiares y compañeros del niño afectado, para mejorar las relaciones interpersonales promoviendo así su bienestar emocional y social dentro del entorno educativo. Conclusiones: Se concluyó que a través de la evaluación del diseño por criterio de especialistas se determinó que la guía es pertinente, coherente, relevante, eficiente y con un alto impacto para abordar las necesidades específicas de estudiantes con enfermedades catastróficas en el ámbito de las relaciones interpersonales. Área de estudio: Educación. Tipo de artículo: Estudio de Caso.
GENDER DIVERSITY & DIVIDEND POLICY IN INDONESIA
Authors: Nabilah Asmaa Mariyah , Muthia Fida , Putra Raneo Agung
Published: September 2024

This research aims to empirically test the influence of gender diversity on the dividend policy in Indonesia. The data from all non-financial companies with 210 firm-year observations are used to see the relationship between gender diversity on the dividend policy. Using fixed effect model, the results show that gender diversity in board of directors does not have a significant effect on dividend policy while gender diversity in board of commissioners have negative and significant effect on dividend policy. This indicates that the female board of commissioners as the supervisory board focuses on using profits earned for company operations to increase company growth which will lead to a reduction in dividend payments.
Effect of online infant care training and postpartum counseling based on Meleis' transition theory on mothers' readiness for care and breastfeeding: a randomized controlled trial
Authors: Bilgiç Fatma Şule , Bozkurt Gülçin
Published: September 2024

Background: Mothers must acquire the knowledge and skills needed to fulfill their responsibilities and take care of themselves and their babies.Purpose: This study aimed to examine the effects of online baby care education and postpartum counseling based on Meleis' transition theory on mothers' readiness for baby care and breastfeeding.Method: This randomized controlled trial was conducted between May 2022 and May 2023 at the pregnancy follow-up outpatient clinic of a state hospital. The study sample consisted of 102 pregnant women (52 in the intervention group, 50 in the control group).Results: The mean scores of the intervention group compared to the control group were significantly higher immediately after birth and at 1, 2, and 3 months postpartum. Change over time was significantly higher in repeated measurements of National Institute of Child Health and Human Development scale scores of the intervention and control groups (P=0.001). In the first 24 hours, mothers in the intervention group breastfed more successfully than those in the control group (P<0.001). Mothers in the intervention group exclusively breast fed at a significantly higher rate immediately and at 1, 2, and 3 months postpartum compared to the control group (P<0.001). A statistically significant difference was noted in mean infant height and weight in the intervention group compared to the control group (P<0.05).Conclusion: Theory-based online education initiated during pregnancy and counseling continued up to 3 months postpartum positively affected the mothers' abilities to care for their infants. Mothers who received education and counseling breastfed their babies more successfully on the first day and breast fed exclusively at a higher rate in the first 3 months.
Analisis Kelengkapan dalam Merumuskan Tujuan Pembelajaran pada Mahasiswa PGMI Semester V
Authors: Pitasari Mely , Dwi Febriyanti Beby
Published: September 2024

This study aims to determine the formulation of learning objectives developed by PGMI students in semester V in accordance with the ABCD learning objectives model, namely audience, behavior, condition, degree. The research method used is a qualitative descriptive research method, the author will describe and explain how students make learning objectives. The results of this research were obtained that there are still many students who have not mastered how to make learning objectives in accordance with the ABCD model, Most of the difficulties in formulating the Condition component, some students make learning objectives incomplete
Evaluating labour market–educational programme fit: A case study on aligning supply and demand for competences using a generic approach
Authors: Felby Laura , Nielsen Jacob , Roesen Anna , Mathiasen Morten , Müller Sune
Published: September 2024

There is a long-standing debate within academia and practice on how specific educational programmes and educational systems, in general, prepare students for the labour market after graduation. This article contributes to this debate by exploring to what extend Bloom’s revised taxonomy (BRT) can be used to investigate the degree of alignment between the demand of the Danish labour market and the supply of competences. We present a generic method for evaluating labour market–educational programme fit that can be used across educational programmes. This method is developed and tested in a case study in which BRT is used to investigate the alignment between the curriculum and labour market demand for skills, knowledge, and compe-tences. We compare the curriculum of the multimedia design programme with relevant job advertisements. This comparison involves a qualitative analysis of both the programme’s learning goals and the advertisements’ content based on qualitative and abductive coding. We identify areas of misalignment and discuss how the educational programme can use the information to align the supply with the demand for competences.
Parallel evolution of fluconazole resistance and tolerance in Candida glabrata
Authors: Zheng Lijun , Xu Yi , Wang Chen , Dong Yubo , Guo Liangsheng
Published: September 2024

Introduction

With the growing population of immunocompromised individuals, opportunistic fungal pathogens pose a global health threat. Candida species, particularly C. albicans and non-albicans Candida species such as C. glabrata, are the most prevalent pathogenic fungi. Azoles, especially fluconazole, are widely used therapeutic options.

Objective

This study investigates how C. glabrata adapts to fluconazole, with a focus on understanding the factors regulating fluconazole tolerance and its relationship to resistance.

Methods

This study compared the factors regulating fluconazole tolerance between C. albicans and C. glabrata. We analyzed the impact of temperature on fluconazole tolerance, and requirement of calcineurin and Hsp90 for maintenance of fluconazole tolerance. We isolated colonies from edge, inside and outside of inhibition zone in disk diffusion assays. And we exposed C. glabrata strain to high concentrations of fluconazole and investigated the mutants for development of fluconazole resistance and tolerance.

Results

We found temperature modulated tolerance in the opposite way in C. albicans strain YJB-T1891 and C. glabrata strain CG4. Calcineurin and Hsp90 were required for maintenance of fluconazole tolerance in both species. Colonies from inside and outside of inhibition zones did not exhibited mutated phenotype, but colonies isolated from edge of inhibition zone exhibited diverse phenotype changes. Moreover, we discovered that high concentrations (16-128 μg/mL) of fluconazole induce the simultaneous but parallel development of tolerance and resistance in C. glabrata, unlike the sole development of tolerance in C. albicans.

Conclusion

This study highlights that while tolerance to fluconazole is a common response in Candida species, the specific molecular mechanisms and evolutionary pathways that lead to this response vary between species. Our findings emphasize the importance of understanding the regulation of fluconazole tolerance in different Candida species to develop effective therapeutic strategies.
Cellular SUMO-specific proteases regulate HAdV-C5 E1B-55K SUMOylation and virus-induced cell transformation
Authors: Ip Wing-Hang , Fiedler Marie , Gornott Britta , Morische Malte , Bertzbach Luca D. , Dobner Thomas
Published: September 2024

Various viral proteins are post-translationally modified by SUMO-conjugation during the human adenovirus (HAdV) replication cycle. This modification leads to diverse consequences for target proteins as it influences their intracellular localization or cell transformation capabilities. SUMOylated HAdV proteins include the multifunctional oncoprotein E1B-55K. Our previous research, along with that of others, has demonstrated a substantial influence of yet another adenoviral oncoprotein, E4orf6, on E1B-55K SUMOylation levels. Protein SUMOylation can be reversed by cellular sentrin/SUMO-specific proteases (SENPs). In this study, we investigated the interaction of E1B-55K with cellular SENPs to understand deSUMOylation activities and their consequences for cell transformation mediated by this adenoviral oncoprotein. We show that E1B-55K interacts with and is deSUMOylated by SENP 1, independently of E4orf6. Consistent with these results, we found that SENP 1 prevents E1A/E1B-dependent focus formation in rodent cells. We anticipate these findings to be the groundwork for future studies on adenovirus-host interactions, the mechanisms that underlie E1B-55K SUMOylation, as well as the role of this major adenoviral oncoprotein in HAdV-mediated cell transformation.
Artificial intelligence in the context of digital marketing communication
Authors: Bormane Santa , Blaus Egita
Published: September 2024

The development of digital transformation both in the European Union and in Latvia is affected by a variety of regulations, laws, guidelines and programmes, the objectives of which determine the use of contemporary digital technologies (including artificial intelligence) and the development of digital skills for enhancing the operational efficiency and productivity of businesses. The goal of the article is to identify the disadvantages and risks associated with the use of AI in digital marketing communication. To complete the goal the use of AI was brought up to date, covering both concepts and applications, as well as advantages of using AI in digital marketing communication, because the advantages are the causes of any disadvantages and potential risks. In order to attain the goal, bibliometric analysis, monographic method and secondary data analysis was used, as well as scientific literature was analyzed. As a result, the following types of artificial intelligence were identified: machine learning, computer vision, robotics, speech recognition and natural language processing, as well as related technologies—cloud computing technologies and augmented and virtual reality. The possibilities of using artificial intelligence and integrating it into various digital marketing communication activities—search engine marketing, digital advertising, e-mail marketing, social media marketing, public relations, sales promotion, personal selling, as well as review marketing and in neuromarketing—were explored. The use of artificial intelligence presents many advantages—financial savings, easier processing and analysis of high data volumes, time savings, applicability in different spheres, non-stop operation (immediate response), and personalized marketing strategies. However, a number of disadvantages were found, too, as there are potential risks associated with feasibility studies, technology compliance, privacy and data protection, cybersecurity, psychological information manipulation attacks, competence, structural labor availability, automation and technology, and outsourced service providers or third parties.
Influence of gender dimorphism on audience engagement in podcasts: a machine learning analysis of dynamic affective linguistic and paralinguistic features
Authors: Sharma Amita , Verbeke Willem J. M. I.
Published: September 2024

Effective communication is a crucial objective for business leaders, educators, and politicians alike. Achieving impactful communication involves not only the selection of appropriate words but also proficiency in their delivery. Previous research has frequently examined linguistic, affective linguistic, and paralinguistic features in isolation, thereby overlooking their cumulative impact over time. This study addresses this gap by utilizing a machine learning approach to analyze the dynamic interplay between affective linguistic and paralinguistic features across various episodes of online podcasts. Furthermore, this research incorporates an analysis of gender disparities, acknowledging the dimorphic nature of language and speech across genders. Our findings suggest that accounting for gender when examining the dynamic interactions between affective linguistic and paralinguistic features over time, known as emotional volatility, significantly improves the explanatory power of variations in audience engagement compared to analyses that consider these variables separately.
Best practices in robotic magnetic navigation-guided catheter ablation of cardiac arrhythmias, a position paper of the Society for Cardiac Robotic Navigation
Authors: Noten Anna M. E. , Szili-Torok Tamas , Ernst Sabine , Burkhardt David , Cavaco Diogo , Chen Xu , Cheung Jim W. , de Chillou Christian , Crystal Eugene , Cooper Daniel H. , Gasparini Maurizio , Geczy Tamas , Goehl Konrad , Hügl Burkhard , Jin Qi , Kampus Priit , Kazemian Pedram , Khan Muchtiar , Kongstad Ole , Magga Jarkko , Peress Darren , Raatikainen Pekka , Romanov Alexander , Rossvoll Ole , Singh Gurjit , Vatasescu Radu , Wijchers Sip , Yamashiro Kohei , Yap Sing-Chien , Weiss J. Peter
Published: September 2024

Preamble

Robotic magnetic navigation (RMN)-guided catheter ablation (CA) technology has been used for the treatment of cardiac arrhythmias for almost 20 years. Various studies reported that RMN allows for high catheter stability, improved lesion formation and a superior safety profile. So far, no guidelines or recommendations on RMN-guided CA have been published.

Purpose

The aim of this consensus paper was to summarize knowledge and provide recommendations on management of arrhythmias using RMN-guided CA as treatment of atrial fibrillation (AF) and ventricular arrhythmias (VA).

Methodology

An expert writing group, performed a detailed review of available literature, and drawing on their own experience, drafted and voted on recommendations and summarized current knowledge and practice in the field. Recommendations on RMN-guided CA are presented in a guideline format with three levels of recommendations to serve as a reference for best practices in RMN procedures. Each recommendation is accompanied by supportive text and references. The various sections cover the practical spectrum from system and patient set-up, EP laboratory staffing, combination of RMN with fluoroscopy and mapping systems, use of automation features and ablation settings and targets, for different cardiac arrhythmias.

Conclusion

This manuscript, presenting the combined experience of expert robotic users and knowledge from the available literature, offers a unique resource for providers interested in the use of RMN in the treatment of cardiac arrhythmias.
The efficacy and safety of atherectomy combined with drug-coated balloon angioplasty vs. drug-coated balloon angioplasty for the treatment of lower extremity artery disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Suriyanto Margareta Ginanti Ratna Indraswari , Pranata Raymond , Kamarullah William , Putra Iwan Cahyo Santosa , Wahyudi Dendi Puji , Karwiky Giky , Sihite Teddy Arnold , Akbar Mohammad Rizki , Martha Januar Wibawa , Hidayat Syarief
Published: September 2024

Background

This study aimed to systematically evaluate the efficacy and safety of atherectomy followed by drug-coated balloon angioplasty (A-DCB) in comparison with drug-coated balloon (DCB) angioplasty alone for the treatment of lower extremity artery disease (LEAD).

Methods

Systematic literature search was performed using several online databases including MEDLINE (via PubMed), Europe PMC, and ScienceDirect databases from inception until February 21st, 2024. We included all studies comprised three main variables including A-DCB, DCB, and LEAD. The primary outcomes were primary patency and target lesion revascularization (TLR). Whereas secondary outcomes were all-cause mortality, post-procedural complications, and clinical characteristics.

Results

A total of 15 studies (10 cohort studies and 5 randomized controlled trials studies) consisting of 1,385 participants with mean age 68.7 ± 8.9 were included. In comparison with DCB alone, A-DCB was significantly associated with a higher risk of primary patency [RR = 1.16 (95% CI = 1.07–1.26); P < 0.001; I2 = 20.9%, P-heterogeneity = 0.221] and lower risk of TLR [RR = 0.61 (95% CI = 0.46–0.81); P < 0.001; I2 = 0%, P-heterogeneity = 0.475]. Subgroup analysis showed that only directional, rotational, and laser atherectomy increased the probability of primary patency, but only rotational atherectomy decreased the risk of TLR. Regarding secondary outcomes, A-DCB was substantially associated with a lower likelihood of bailout stenting, any amputation, and major amputation, as well as higher ankle brachial index (ABI) following follow-up duration. Meta-regression analysis suggested that pre-intervention s (p = 0.015) and pre-intervention Rutherford classification (p = 0.038) were significantly affected the association between A-DCB and primary patency. Begg's funnel plot and Egger's test analyses indicated no publication bias in this meta-analysis.

Conclusions

The addition of atherectomy improves primary patency and reduces the risk of TLR with similar safety outcomes.

Systematic Review Registration

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