bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Status wojewódzki miasta jako czynnik wzrostu w dobie postindustrialnej
Authors: Krysiński Dawid
Published: October 2023

Celem artykułu jest próba odpowiedzi na pytanie, czy – w odniesieniu do polskich miast – status wojewódzki wciąż może stanowić jedno ze skutecznych źródeł wzrostu lokalnej gospodarki? Autor odwołuje się w swoich analizach do założenia, że wspomniany status oznacza obecność na terenie miasta instytucji regionalnych prowadzących samodzielną politykę, która może prowadzić do uprzywilejowanej pozycji miast wojewódzkich w zakresie dostępu do środków finansowych, jakimi dysponują wspomniane instytucje, a także w kontekście budowy atrakcyjności miasta dla biznesu (poprzez sprawne wydawanie decyzji administracyjnych i wysokie kwalifikacje kadr urzędniczych). Identyfikuje też rolę miast o zróżnicowanym statusie administracyjnym w dokumentach strategicznych rangi krajowej, podkreślając, iż może się to przekładać na sposób rozdzielania zasobów rozwojowych przez instytucje centralne. Następnie dokonuje analizy statystycznej opartej na wybranych wskaźnikach wzrostu gospodarczego, porównując kondycję gospodarczą dwóch miast postwojewódzkich (Kalisza i Legnicy) oraz dwóch ośrodków wojewódzkich (Opola i Zielonej Góry). W konkluzjach sugeruje zaś, że status wojewódzki może być funkcjonalny dla Opola i Zielonej Góry (jako miast wojewódzkich) głównie w kontekście atrakcyjności dla biznesu; nie odgrywa on natomiast istotnej roli w procesie rozdzielania zasobów, jakimi dysponują instytucje wojewódzkie oraz centralne.
Nowa przestrzeń miejska dla nowych mieszczan. Studium ulicy Mariackiej w Katowicach
Authors: Nawrocki Tomasz
Published: October 2023

Autor od kilkunastu lat samodzielnie lub w zespołach badawczych prowadzi badania nad funkcjonowaniem przestrzeni publicznych miast Górnego Śląska. Poniższy tekst jest próbą refleksji, która zrodziła się podczas ich trwania. Autor skoncentrował się w nim na problematyce nowych mieszczan i funkcji, które przestrzeń publiczna pełni wobec nich. Celem tekstu jest pokazanie katowickiej ulicy Mariackiej jako przestrzeni dla tej grupy społecznej. W początkowej części tekstu podjęta została próba pokazania problematyki tworzenia się nowych mieszczan w Polsce. Następnie autor przedstawia specyfikę ulicy Mariackiej. W kolejnej części omówione zostały funkcje przestrzeni publicznych. W zasadniczej części tekstu przedstawiono funkcje, które spełnia wobec nowych mieszczan katowicka ulica Mariacka.
Zaufanie społeczne a zaangażowanie obywatelskie w postprzemysłowych miastach Europy Środkowo-Wschodniej
Authors: Brzeziński Kamil
Published: October 2023

Zaufanie społeczne uważane jest za jeden z elementów umożliwiających skuteczne funkcjonowanie społeczeństwa. Coraz częściej postrzega się je również jako zmienną pozytywnie wpływającą na utrwalanie demokracji, stabilizowanie systemów politycznych oraz kształtowanie postaw obywatelskich. W związku z powyższym głównym celem niniejszego artykułu jest próba zidentyfikowania poziomu zaufania oraz zaangażowania obywatelskiego w wybranych miastach postprzemysłowych Europy Środkowo-Wchodniej oraz określenia siły i kierunku współzależności między zaufaniem a wskaźnikami społeczeństwa obywatelskiego i postaw obywatelskich, tj. zainteresowania mieszkańców funkcjonowaniem sfery publicznej, zadowoleniem z porządku panującego w kraju, partycypacją i podmiotowością polityczną.
Impact of Low Light Stress on Physiological Characters, Yield and Yield Attributes of Rice (Oryza sativa L.)
Authors: Veronica N. , Rao P. Venkata Ramana
Published: October 2023

Background: Keeping in view of low light effect on rice yield and quality, identification of low light tolerant genotypes as donor for plant breeding program is needed. Methods: Field experiments were conducted for low light tolerance during kharif 2021 at Regional Agricultural Research Station, Maruteru with an aim to screen and identify low light tolerant cultivars. The impact of low light was investigated on physiological, yield and yield attributes of eighteen rice genotypes. Result: Low light treatment resulted and increase in mean days to 50% flowering and days to maturity. An increment of both plant height and leaf area was noted under low light stress in all the tested genotypes. Yield and yield attributes such as panicle number, grain number per panicle and test weight were also affected. The reduction in total dry matter and harvest index was recorded on exposure to low light condition. Under low light grain yield was maximum in IET 29032 followed by IET 30408 and Gayatri and these were identified as low light tolerant genotypes. These genotypes had a higher panicle number. Genotype Gayatri showed maximum 1000 grain weight and minimum reduction in harvest index was evident in IET 29032 and IET 30408. The chlorophyll a pigment content reduced under low light while majority of the genotypes showed an increase in chlorophyll b pigment. Gayatri followed by IET 29032 and IET 30408 retained higher chlorophyll content under low light stress. Lesser reduction in chlorophyll content (less than 13%) was evident in IET 30408, Gayatri, Swarnaprabha, IET 29031 and IET 29032.
Development of Ready-to-Cook Meatballs from Broiler Chicken (Gallus gallus domesticus)
Authors: Keerthi G. , Jerish M. , Metha M. Shiek Meeran , Hema K. , Brimapureeswaran R. , Antony Usha
Published: October 2023

Background: Meat is a rich source of protein, especially broiler chicken, which is greatly preferred by consumers compared to other meat varieties because of its low cost and religious acceptance. The main objective of the present study was aimed to develop ready-to-cook meatballs from broiler chicken (Gallus gallus domesticus) stored in a refrigerator (4°C) and deep freezer (-18°C) for up to 21 days. Methods: The ready-to-cook chicken meatballs were analyzed for biochemical, physicochemical and sensory properties for a period of up to 21 days. Result: The biochemical parameters of ready-to-cook chicken meatballs were analyzed and the results showed that the moisture, protein, fat and ash contents were decreased and there was no significant difference during refrigerated and frozen conditions for the period up to 21 days. The microbial parameters were observed in ready-to-cook chicken meatballs. The total plate count was within the spoilage limit and other microbes such as Escherichia coli, yeast and moulds were absent in all the samples. The sensory evaluation of ready-to-cook chicken meatballs was good during refrigerated and frozen conditions for a period of up to 21st days.
Optimization of Extruded Snack Enriched with Coconut Inflorescence Sap Honey: A Promising Supplementary Food among Tribals
Authors: Krishnasree Vadassery , Gopinath Pratheesh P. , Mohan Gayathri , Binitha N.K. , Jasna V.K. , Seenath P.K. , Shamna N. , Sajayan Arya , Sujatha R.
Published: October 2023

Background: Development of low-cost nutrient dense supplementary foods are a priority for health system in low- and middle-income countries. Extrusion technology has obtained widen acceptance for the production of various products viz., breakfast cereals, puffed snacks and pastas etc. Nevertheless, it is necessary to enhance the nutritional quality of the extruded snacks by including nutrient dense ingredients. In this study, an extruded snack using finger millet, whole wheat, tapioca, chickpea and coconut inflorescence sap honey were developed with aim to enhance the nutritional status of children residing in tribal pockets of Kasaragod district of Kerala, India. Methods: The ideal combination of ingredients was optimized using response surface methodology. The ideal combination with maximum expansion ratio was selected for supplementation trial. The nutrient analysis of optimized extruded snack was carried out. Results: Hundred grams of extruded snack consists of 28 per cent of finger millet, 24 per cent corn starch, 18 per cent of chickpea, 18 per cent of tapioca, 12 per cent of whole wheat and 12 per cent of coconut sap honey. Apart from the major ingredients, per 100 grams of the optimized snack provides 22.11 grams of protein, 60.71 g of carbohydrate, 5.09 g of fiber, 127.4 mg of calcium and 1.88 mg of zinc. Two hundred grams of the extruded snack per packet per individual were distributed to 250 tribal households of Kasaragod district where one of the particularly vulnerable tribal groups named ‘Koragas’ exists.
Value or burden: how do youth trust in the institutions of the welfare state affect their future?
Authors: Aleksandrova Olga
Published: October 2023

The article analyzes young people's perceptions of the ability of the state health care system and pension insurance to meet current and future needs for adequate medical care and a prosperous life, and the impact that they can have on the fate of these institutions. It is shown that young people do not count on a state pension, which is primarily due to the disappointing experience of current pensioners , as well as the mass involvement of young people in informal employment, which does not involve paying taxes and deductions to social funds. The respondents justify the latter by the fact that they do not expect any care from the state and in the future rely only on themselves. Young people are also skeptical about public health care. Problems with timely access to a doctor’s appointment and diagnostic examination in district clinics, their unfriendly medical staff , doubts about its professional qualities are pushing young people into private medicine, which they see in a much more positive light. It is significant that, in the opinion of the respondents, public medical institutions are ahead of private ones in terms of the aggregate index of abuse of trust, and its key forms are those that are designed to force patients to resort to paid services. Respondents explain the readiness of employees of state medical institutions for such unseemly behavior, first of all, by mercenary considerations, as well as fear not to fulfil of the demanding of superiors an increase in the volume of paid services. Negative perceptions of young people about the state pensions and the health care system lead to their devaluation. The loss of support in the generations that are becoming the majority is fraught for these institutions with further degradation and even abolishment that does not meet with much resistance. This is detrimental not only from the point of view of future social risks in a society devoid of “safety nets”, but also in terms of the further disintegration of society.
State youth policy: search for an integrative model formation
Authors: Kochetkov Andrey
Published: October 2023

A period has come in Russia when institutional transformations in matters of state youth policy (GMP) are objectively necessary. They presuppose the formation and development of a coherent system of youth affairs bodies, ensuring coordination of efforts of state bodies, local self-government bodies and civil society institutions to implement GMP. The problem is that Russia has been searching for an integrative management model in this area for more than 30 years, discussions continue about the interdepartmental and sectoral nature of GMP, its essence and typology. This article focuses on the issue of a management body in the field of GMP, designed to ensure the integration of the activities of all its social actors. According to the author, it should be created in the rank of a federal ministry. Dialectical and systematic approaches, historical, logical, formal-legal, comparative and structural-functional research methods are used for substantiation. A brief history of the creation and functioning of federal and regional bodies for youth affairs is given, attention is drawn to their current composition and development trends. Conclusions are drawn about the actual approach to the independence of the status of the executive authority responsible for the development and implementation of GMP, its regulatory and legal regulation in the Russian Federation, and measures are proposed to improve integration processes in the management of the sphere under consideration.
Alapszemlélet halak biodiverzitásának monitorozásához
Authors: Sály Péter
Published: October 2023

A cikk röviden összefoglalja a biodiverzitás monitorozásának mivoltját, jelentőségét, céljait. Emellett a halak biodiverzitási monitorozására vonatkozóan bemutat egy az eddigi hazai gyakorlaton és tapasztalatokon nyugvó alapszemléletbeli javaslatot. A cikk célja a monitorozás mint rendszerezett kutatásmódszertani eljárás jelentőségének megvilágítása a biodiverzitás pillanatnyi állapotának és időbeli változásának megismerésében, ami különösen a tudományos kutatásban kevéssé jártas, ugyanakkor a monitorozásokban közreműködő gyakorlati és döntéshozatali szakemberek számára lehet hasznos. Emellett a cikkben levő fogalomértelmezések a tudományos kutatók monitorozásról alkotott személetének egységesítését is támogathatják. A bemutatott elvek és szempontok így támpontot adhatnak a monitorozási programok tervezéséhez és fejlesztéséhez. Végül, a cikk érvel amellett, hogy a monitorozás egy erre a célra létesített intézményi keretben működhet igazán eredményesen.
The solar space in the history of the text of M.A. Bulgakov’s novel “Master and Margarita” (Part 1)
Authors:   Moscow City Pedagogical University, Kolysheva Elena Yu.
Published: October 2023

The article is devoted to the consideration of the formation of solar space in the history of the text of M.A. Bulgakov’s novel “The Master and Margarita”. The author of this paper try to understand the writer’s intention based on a textual analysis of the novel. In our work, we rely on the system of editions of the novel that we have established and its main text, reflecting the last creative will of the author to the fullest extent: the first (1928–1930), the second (1932–1936), the third (1936), the fourth (1937), the fifth (last handwritten, 1937–1938), the sixth (final, 1938–1940). The draft texts are conveyed by dynamic transcription, which will make visible the process of writer’s work on the creation and allow us to see the formation of the author’s intention. Graphic conventions are used for this: 1) a piece of text crossed out by the writer — [text]; 2) an insert during the writing process — text; 3) an insert crossed out — [text]; 4) a later insert — {text}; 5) a later insert crossed out — {text}; 6) a conjecture — ; 7) reliability of the transmitted author’s text — ; 8) the end of a page and the transition to the next one are indicated by two straight vertical lines ||. When quoting draft texts, the author’s spelling and punctuation are preserved.
A guide to literary Moscow
Authors:   Gorky Institute of World Literature of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Malygina Nina M.
Published: October 2023

Two volumes of Vyacheslav Nedoshivin’s new book “Literary Moscow. Houses and destinies, events and secrets” (Vol. I. Moscow: AST, 2021. 605 p.) and “Literary Moscow. The House book of Russian literature, or 8000 addresses of prose writers, poets and critics (XVIII–XXI centuries)” (Vol. II. Moscow: AST, 2022. 1230 p.), which is reviewed.
Stray Cat Gastrointestinal Protozoa Prevalence and Infection Degree in Madiun Public Health Center and Traditional Market
Authors: Hayuning Nurrodhiya  , Legowo Djoko , Suprihati Endang , Hastutiek Poedji , Mufasirin  , Rahardjo Dadik
Published: October 2023

This study determine the prevalence and protozoa infection degree of gastrointestinal in stray cats at Public Health Center and Traditional Market of Madiun City. 80 fecal sample collected. Fecal samples examined with direct smear, sedimentation, and floatation method. Positive samples calculated using the Lucient-Brumpt method. The result of the examination in Public Health Center showed that 37,5% stray cat infected by Isospora sp., Entamoeba sp., and Cryptosporidium sp., with 1167.33a±168.373 infection degree. The examination result in Traditional Market showed that 62,5% stray cat infected by Isospora sp., Entamoeba sp., and Cryptosporidium sp., with 1186.00a±148.577 infection degree. The result of Chi Square analysis obtained p<0,05 indicated that there were significant differences between stray cat including faecal collection location, age, type of cat and faecal condition. The result of Kruskal Wallis analysis of the degree infection obtained p>0,05 indicated that there were no significant differences.
Detection and Prevalence of Soil Transmitted Helminths Contaminating Several Vegetables in Several Traditional Markets in Surabaya
Authors: Yuhenanda Dary Pratama  , Indah Setyawati Tantular  , Gwenny Ichsan Prabowo  , Heru Prasetya
Published: October 2023

A total of 100 fresh vegetable samples consisting of yardlong bean, cabbage, lettuce, and lemon basil were purchased from five traditional markets in Surabaya. Each sample was washed with tap water, water washing examined using flotation method to find soil-transmitted helminths. The overall prevalence of soil-transmitted helminths contamination was 41% (41/100). The most predominant parasite was hookworms (20%), followed by Strongyloides stercoralis larvae (14%) and Ascaris lumbricoides eggs (7%). The highest prevalence of contamination was found in lettuce, with a prevalence rate of 56% (14/25), while the lowest prevalence of contamination was found in yardlong bean, with a prevalence rate of 24% (6/25). Sequentially, the prevalence of soil-transmitted helminths contamination of fresh vegetable samples from Pabean traditional market (55%), Keputran traditional market (50%), Wonokromo traditional market (50%), Lakarsantri traditional market (35%) and Mulyosari traditional market (15%), respectively. The present study demonstrated that consumption of vegetables with parasite contamination in this area represents a potential route for the transmission of soil-transmitted helminths infection.
Generalized Demodicosis and Malasseziosis in a Pug Mix Dog
Authors: Ahlia Ummul Maslakah  , Shelly Kusumarini
Published: October 2023

A 12-year-old female pug mix dog presented a skin problem with itching, and alopecia in the neck, facial, and extremity areas. Findings of scales, hyperpigmentation, and erythema are present almost throughout the body, along with crusts on the cranial and caudal extremities and a foul body odor. Wood's lamp examination revealed a yellowish-green fluorescence in the ear and ventral areas of the body. The skin tape examination revealed an infestation of Demodex sp. mites accompanied by Malassezia sp. hematological analysis indicated that the dog presented anemia. The dog was diagnosed with demodicosis with a secondary infection of Malassezia sp. The therapy provided consisted of antiparasitic drugs such as imidacloprid and moxidectin (Advocate®); the long-acting antibiotic enrofloxacin was administered at a dose of 200 mg intramuscularly, along with the oral antibiotic amoxicillin and clavulanic acid at a dose of 31.25mg/kg BW every 12 hours. Additionally, oral antifungal medication ketoconazole was given at 25mg/kg BW every 12 hours, along with ketoconazole cream. Oral antihistamine mebhydroline napsylate was administered at 25mg/kg BW every 12 hours. Furthermore, multivitamins and hair vitamins were given at a dose of 2 ml once every 24 hours. After seven days of treatment, an evaluation was conducted, and it was observed that the dog's condition had improved, indicated by a reduction in the intensity of scratching.
Intestinal Helminth Infections Among Domesticated Cats in Malate, Manila, Philippines
Authors: Chan Jan Michael , Flores Mary Jane , Maghirang Eligio Santiago , Chan Helenar
Published: October 2023

Intestinal helminthiasis is a public health issue in developing nations particularly those which have insufficient access to clean water, sanitary infrastructures, and lacks public health education. Due to the zoonotic potential of some intestinal helminths, cats, and other mammalian species with direct contact to humans may act as reservoir hosts and provide a medium for the transmission of zoonotic infections. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of intestinal helminths among domesticated cats in Malate, Manila, Philippines. A total of 25 cat stools were collected, processed using Formol-Ether Concentration Technique (FECT) and were microscopically examined. The overall prevalence of intestinal helminths was 76% (19/25). The intestinal helminths identified include roundworms of phylum Nematoda: Toxocara cati (44%) and Ascaris spp. (20%),  whipworm: Trichuris spp. (24%), and hookworm (12%). All of the identified intestinal parasites have zoonotic potential and domestic cats are significant reservoirs of zoonotic intestinal parasites that can facilitate the transmission of infection to humans. Therefore, an innovative one-health approach strategy which includes constant monitoring and control of stray and feral cats, access to potable water, public health education, and more sanitary infrastructures, can help resolve intestinal helminthiasis crisis in the Philippines.
Culling Layer Hen Gastrointestinal Helminth Identification at Wonokromo Market Surabaya
Authors: Fakhryyah Maharani Deviyanti  , Hastutiek Poedji , Arimbi  , Mufasirin  , Permata Sari Dian Ayu , Sunarso Agus
Published: October 2023

This study aimed to find out and identification gastrointestinal species parasites in cullinglayer hen which sold at in the Wonokromo traditional market Surabaya City. The samples were100 culling layer hen purchased from five merchant. Research design with purposive sampling.The samples was examined by having surgery through the digestive tract and fecal examination.Meanwhile, fecal examination used native methods, sediment and floating. Types of wormsidentified were Ascaridia galli, Heterakis gallinarum, Raillietina tetragona and Mediorhynchusgallinarum through examination the digestive tract surgery. There were Ascaridia galli, Heterakisgallinarum, and Raillietina sp. found in examination of worm egg in fecal. The prevalence ofparasite gastrointestinal in the culling layer hen in sold at in the Wonokromo traditional marketSurabaya City was 85%. The difference in percentage rates were likely due to seasonal factors,maintenance management, feeding and ranching systems.
Prevalence Rate and Infection Degree of Helminthiasis on Pigeon (Columbia Livia Domestica) in North Surabaya
Authors: Ihda Hanny Khurun'In Fadia , Djoko Legowo  , Mufasirin  , Kusnoto  , Dian Ayu Permatasari  , Poedji Hastutiek
Published: October 2023

Pigeon meat is an alternative option to other poultry meat such as chikens. As pigeons are easy to keep and quickly reproduce. Improper hygene practices is  a strong factor in helminthiasis transmission. This study aims to know the prevalence and degree of infection of helminthiasis in North Surabaya. 70 samples were taken from pigeon butchers in North Surabaya from September to November 2022. Dissection method was used for prevalence rate count and modified McMaster method was used to count degree of infection. The result shown that 70% of samples had positive worm infection. Types of worms found were R. cesticillus (55.7%), Ascaridia sp. (25.7%), Capillaria sp. (14.2%), Echinostoma sp. (2.8%) and Heterakis sp. (1.4%). Qualitative exam shown helminthiasis was more prevalent in adult pigeon than in squab, but analysis with Chi-square test shown no significant association between helminthiasis infection and age of the pigeons (P>0.05). Quantitative exam with McMaster method shown degree of infection of single Ascaridia infection in adult pigeons is 340 EPG while in Capillaria sp. is 287.5 EPG and 150 EPG in Heterakis. All of them are considered mild infection. Thus, proper loft and feed hygene method should be informed to prevent more transmission.
LITERATURE REVIEW: TELENURSING ON ADHERENCE OF HEMODIALYSIS PATIENTS
Authors: Wulandari  , Peristiowati Yuly , Ellina Agusta Dian , Fajriah Asruria Sani
Published: October 2023

Background: A health problem in hemodialysis patients is non-compliance with fluid restrictions. The country with the highest incidence of end-stage renal disease in 2018 was the Jalisco region in Mexico, with 594 people per million. One of the efforts to improve patient compliance is through education and monitoring. Telenursing is one of the modern information and communication technology systems in the health sector that can be used for patient monitoring and providing nursing services. Purpose: To determine telenursing's effect on dialysis patients' adherence. Methods: The research articles were obtained from three databases, ProQuest, PubMed, and Google Scholar, with 27 articles. Search literature using keywords (Bahasa and English), telenursing OR text messaging OR telephone Follow-up OR short message system OR mobile phone text messaging AND adherence OR Compliance AND hemodialysis OR dialysis with the inclusion criteria of research articles from 2016-2020, primary articles, full text, and research subjects were hemodialysis patients (either primary or secondary). The seven articles obtained were critically assessed and analyzed using Duffy's Research Appraisal Checklist Approach. Results: Telenursing research showed increased adherence in the presence of hemodialysis, fluid restriction, medicine, dietary, physical activity, and intention to quit smoking also increased knowledge, quality of life, and self-efficacy of a dialysis patient. Conclusion: Telenursing increases adherence to care and treatment of dialysis patients and improves health status in chronic diseases.
Assisted Requirements Selection by Clustering using Analytical Hierarchical Process
Authors: Saleem Shehzadi Nazeeha , Butt Wasi Haider
Published: October 2023

Keywords: Requirements prioritization, Next release plan, Software product planning, Decision support, MoSCoW, AHP, K-Menas, GMM, BIRCH, PAM, Hierarchical, Clustering, Clusters Evaluation
Exploring the Appeal of Car-Borne Central Control Platforms Based on Driving Experience
Authors: Lin Chih-Kuan , Chen Chien-Hsiung , Shen Kai-Shuan
Published: October 2023

This study explored drivers’ emotion-based impressions of car-borne central control platforms (CBCCPs) personal-use vehicles. Thus, this preference-based study examined experts’ and drivers’ opinions regarding CBCCPs’ appeal from the perspective of Miryoku engineering. To this end, this study analyzed data via the EGM (evaluation grid method (EGM) and quantification theory type I. Results: Drivers’ preferences for specific CBCCP design characteristics were categorized into the factors “legible,” convenient,” and “tasteful,” which comprised the core of the EGM semantic hierarchical diagram. In addition, the importance of CBCCPs’ appeal factors and characteristics was assessed through quantification theory type I.The findings of this study provide valuable insights for designers, manufacturers, and researchers interested in the design of CBCCPs. Additionally, the results of this study can contribute to research on applied psychology, human-computer interactions, and car interface design.
Impact of the Main Pharmacological Option and Risk Factors for COVID-19 Disease Progression in Hospitalized Patients in Northern Italy: A Single-Center Retrospective Study
Authors: Bolla Cesare , Penpa Serena , Sarchi Eleonora , Schimmenti Andrea , Piceni Giorgia , Bertolotti Marinella , Panzacchi Simona , Mandrioli Daniele , Chichino Guido , Maconi Antonio
Published: October 2023

Severe Acute Respiratory Disease Syndrome Coronavirus 2 has caused a global pandemic. Monoclonal antibodies, antiviral therapy (Remdesivir) and immunomodulatory agents represent one of the most promising therapies to prevent disease progression and reduce the relative risk of severe COVID-19. The aim of this study was to evaluate the impact on the disease progression of the main pharmacological options approved for the patients admitted in hospital with acute COVID-19 infection, according to their vaccination status..
We conducted a study including adult patients with confirmed COVID-19 admitted to the Infectious Diseases Unit of Alessandria’s Hospital in Italy, from October 2021 to March 2022.
102 patients were included in the analysis. The mean age was 69.2 ±15.4 years, 66.7% were males. According to the internal hospital’s guidelines, 47.06% patients with mild to moderate disease were treated with mAbs, 45.10% were treated with Remdesivir, of which 10.78% received combination therapy with mAbs. The most frequently complications were pneumonia (18.63%), respiratory failure (15.68%) and acute respiratory distress syndrome (13.72%). The mean length of hospitalization was 13.42 (±10.90) days and the mortality rate was 11.76%.
The treatment with mAbs and immunomodulatory therapy for mild to moderate COVID-19 infection seem to be effective to improve the outcome reducing disease progression and mortality. C-reactive protein (CRP) and ferritin could be considered a good inflammatory marker of disease progression.
Biopolymer Chitosan-Activated Charcoal Adsorptive Composite Material: A Feasible Approach to Methylene Blue Dye Removal from Water
Authors: Shukla Arun Kumar , Alam Javed , Ruokolainen Janne , Kesari Kavindra Kumar
Published: October 2023

Water pollution, driven largely by the discharge of organic dyes from various industrial processes, presents a grave environmental threat. This study delves into the promise of an innovative adsorptive composite material composed of chitosan and activated charcoal, offering a sustainable and efficient solution for removing methylene blue (MB) dye from water sources. Our comprehensive investigation encompasses the synthesis, characterization, and adsorption capabilities of this composite material, revealing its remarkable physicochemical attributes and its substantial capacity to adsorb MB dye. These findings establish it as a compelling candidate for water treatment applications. The assessment of adsorbent dosage shows a direct correlation between higher dosages and enhanced MB dye removal, with an optimal dosage determined at 0.4 g/25 mL. Furthermore, pH-dependent studies demonstrate exceptional performance at lower pH levels, achieving an impressive 95% removal rate at pH 3 after 240 minutes of contact time. The composite exhibits consistent high removal percentages across a wide range of MB dye concentrations, showcasing its adaptability. In terms of reaction time, the composite achieves peak adsorption capacity within the initial 360 minutes and maintains a stable equilibrium, sustaining an impressive 99% removal efficiency thereafter. This study underscores the eco-friendliness and cost-effectiveness of the composite material, emphasizing its potential to address water pollution challenges and promote sustainable water resource management. Overall, this research yields valuable insights into a practical approach for mitigating the adverse impact of organic dyes on aquatic ecosystems and public health.
Analysis of the Volatile Organic Components in Tire-Road-Wear Particles from a Vehicle
in Real Road Driving Conditions
Authors: Mun Sunhee , Chong Hwansoo , Kim Jiseong , Jeong Yunmin , Lim Yunsung , Kwon Sangil
Published: October 2023

Non-exhaust fine particles such as tires and brakes emitted from vehicles have a significant impact
on air pollution and human harm, and regulations on emissions are being discussed in earnest,
starting with the introduction of brake wear particles emission standards in Euro 7. Various indoor
and outdoor experiments were conducted, such as analysis of the amount of wear on tires and
brakes, and analysis of the physical and chemical properties of fine particles, as fundamental data
for the introduction of emission standards and the development of low wear tires and brakes to
meet regulations. Recently, international standardized indoor experimental methods for brakes
have been announced, and indoor and outdoor experimental methods for tires have been
continuously studied to develop international standardized methods. In particular, tire-break-road
wear particles are usually mixed with each other in the non-exhaust particles from a vehicle driving
on real roads, and in-depth research is being performed on the accurate classification and
characteristic analysis. In this study, the characteristics of the volatile organic components (VOCs)
and marker substances for tire and tire-road wear fine particles were analyzed. A system capable
of measuring non-exhaust wear fine particles was installed on the vehicle, and samples were
collected from the vehicle running on the two different driving conditions, various constant speeds
in the proving ground road and real driving roads. The VOCs contained in tires and tire-road-wear
particles (TRWPs) under the specific temperature conditions with a thermogravimetric analyzergas chromatography/mass analysis (TGA-GC/MS). In addition, the correlations between VOCs
and tire rubber components were analyzed through marker analysis using pyrolysis-gas
chromatography/mass analysis (GC/MS). In VOCs, n-Hexane, n-Dodecane, and 1-Butene were
measured relatively much in both constant-speed and real-drive tests. In addition, marker
substances of synthetic rubber and natural rubber were not detected in the collected background
fine particles.
SELECTION OF THE SET OF ALLOWABLE VALUES OF THE VARIABLE PARAMETERS OF THE STABILIZER OF A COMPLEX DYNAMIC OBJECT
Authors: Aleksandrov Yevgen , Aleksandrova Tetiana , Kostianyk Ірина , Morgun Yaroslav
Published: October 2023

Topicality. One of the most important tasks in the application of computational methods for the parametric synthesis of controllers of complex dynamic objects is the task of determining the set of permissible values of the variable parameters of the controller, where the target function is calculated based on the solutions of the mathematical model of the disturbed motion of the dynamic object with its subsequent minimization. The purpose of the work is to construct the set of permissible values of variable parameters of the stabilizer of a complex dynamic object when applying the algorithmic combined method of parametric synthesis of stabilizers of complex dynamic objects, the essence of which is the direct calculation of the integral quadratic functional on the solutions of a closed dynamic system with subsequent finding of its global minimum through a sequential combination of two algorithms – the Sobol grid algorithm and the Nelder-Mead algorithm. Results. With the help of the Sobol grid construction algorithm, the starting point of the computational process is brought to the node of the Sobol grid, which is located in the small vicinity of the point of the global minimum. At the second stage of optimization, the found Sobol grid node is selected as the starting point for applying the Nelder-Mead method, which is implemented by the Optimization Toolbox software product of the MATLAB package or the Minimize software product of the MATHCAD package and leads the computational process to the point of the global minimum. Conclusion. The paper proves a theorem according to which the stability region of a closed system of the first approximation can be taken as such a set, and also gives an example of a solution to the problem of parametric synthesis of the stabilizer of the car's course stability system during its emergency braking.
METHODOLOGY FOR MODELING THE SPREAD OF RADIOACTIVE SUBSTANCES IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY RELEASE AT A NUCLEAR POWER PLANT
Authors: Levchenko Larysa , Biliaiev Mykola , Biliaieva Viktoriia , Ausheva Nataliia , Tykhenko Oksana
Published: October 2023

The methodology for modeling the propagation of accidental releases of radionuclides from a power unit of a nuclear power plant has been developed. The calculation method takes into account the most critical factors propagation cloud - wind direction and speed, the intensity of the release radionuclides change: semi-continuous release, long-term release, instantaneous release. Diffuse processes and the presence of interference in the form of buildings were also taken into account. To solve the modeling equation of the aerodynamic model, the velocity potential equation is solved. The use of this equation instead of the traditional Novier-Stokes equation makes it possible to rationalize the calculation process in terms of the speed obtaining simulated data. To build a numerical model, a rectangular difference grid is used. The velocity potential and the quantities values of volumetric activity are determined at the centers of difference cells. The value of the airflow velocity vector component is determined on the sides of the difference cells. A finite-difference splitting scheme is used for numerical integration of the equation convective-diffusion transfer radionuclides. A computer code was developed on the basis of the constructed numerical model, the programming language Fortran was used. The approach used makes it possible to reduce the time for obtaining one scenario of an accident development. The cloud propagation dynamics determining is carried out almost in real time. This allows you to quickly respond to changing situations and make adequate decisions.
ACCELERATION OF BOOLEAN GENE REGULATORY NETWORKS ANALYSIS USING FPGA
Authors: Vasylchenkov Oleg , Salnikov Dmytro , Karaman Dmytro
Published: October 2023

Gene expression does not occur arbitrarily and spontaneously, it obeys certain patterns that can be expressed as a connected graph or network. The disclosure of these patterns requires a large amount of experimental research and accumulation of necessary statistical information. Then this information is subjected to mathematical processing, which involves significant computing resources and takes a lot of time. Boolean networks are often used as the basis for building mathematical models in those calculations. Recently, models based on Boolean networks have increasingly grown in size and complexity causing increased demands on traditional software solutions and computing tools. Field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs) are a powerful and reconfigurable platform for implementing efficient and high-performance computing. The use of FPGA will significantly speed up the process of calculating sequential chains of gene states, both through the use of hardware acceleration in the calculation of logical dependencies, and through the implementation of an array of parallel computing cores, each of which can perform its own individual task. Another solution that can significantly simplify the work of researchers of gene regulation networks is the creation of a universal computing architecture that will allow dynamic reconfiguration of its internal structure when the task or logical dependencies for the current Boolean network change. Such a solution will relieve the researcher of the need to perform the entire set of actions for the technological preparation of a new FPGA configuration, from making changes to the HDL code that describes the network to uploading the updated configuration to the hardware accelerator. The article discusses how to use FPGA for the implementation and modeling of arbitrary Boolean networks, describes the concept of a universal reconfigurable architecture of a logical dependency calculating core for an arbitrary Boolean network and proposes a practical implementation of such a calculating core for modeling gene regulation networks.
EXCEL-oriented procedures for determining the entropy of a distribution function and its relative parametric sensitivity (elasticity) under the conditions of two-sided restrictions on the range of values of a continuous random variable
Authors: Gadetska Svitlana , Dubnitskiy Valeriy , Kushneruk Yuri , Khodyrev Alexander
Published: October 2023

The goal of the work. Development of an EXCEL-oriented calculator for calculating entropy and its elasticity for distribution functions under the condition of a limited domain of definition of a continuous random variable. Subject of study. Probability density functions and their entropy under the condition of bilateral restrictions on the domain of possible values of random variables. Research methods. Algorithmic and numerical analysis of procedures for obtaining numerical values of entropy of density functions of continuous random variables under the condition of two-way restrictions on the area of its definition. The obtained results. The work proposes an EXCEL-oriented calculator for calculating entropy and its elasticity for distribution functions under the condition of a limited area of definition of a continuous random variable. All distribution functions used in the work are divided into three categories depending on the form in which entropy and its elasticity are presented. The first category includes distribution functions for which entropy and its elasticity can be determined analytically, namely: Simpson distribution, Right-angled and negatively skew version distribution, Right-angled and positively skew version distribution, Sine Wave Distribution, Ark – Sine Distribution Type I, Ark – Sine Distribution Type IІ, Ordinary Cosine Distribution, Raised Cosine Distribution, U-shaped parabolic distribution Type I, Semi-elliptical distribution, Ark – Sine Distribution Type II. Another category includes distribution functions for which entropy can be defined in the analytical group, its elasticity can be defined in the tabular part, namely: Truncated Normal Distribution, Kumaraswamy Distribution, Beta Distribution, Generalized Beta Distribution, Uniformly increasing distribution density, Ark-Sine Distribution Type III. The third category includes distribution functions for which entropy and its elasticity can be determined in tabular form. Basic information about the structure of the proposed calculator and examples of its application are provided. The method of determining the confidence interval of the point estimate of entropy is described. An example of using the calculator proposed in this message for planning an experiment related to entropy data analysis is given.
DIAGNOSIS OF SYSTEMS UNDER CONDITIONS OF SMALL INITIAL DATA SAMPLING
Authors: Raskin Lev , Karpenko Viacheslav , Ivanchykhin Yuriy , Sokolov Dmytro
Published: October 2023

Object of the study is to assess systems state in conditions of a small sample of initial data. Relevance of the problem is as follows. The functioning of a significant number of real objects takes place under conditions of poorly predicted changes in the values of environmental factors affecting system efficiency. The resulting heterogeneity of the results of objects experimental study and the environment of their functioning leads to reduction in sample size. At the same time, the standard requirements regarding the correspondence of the number of experiments and the number of coefficients of regression equation determining system state are not met. Purpose of the study is to develop methods for assessing systems state operating in a changing environment, in conditions of small sample of initial data. Tasks to be solved to achieve the goal: the first is the equivalent transformation of the set of observed initial data forming a passive experiment in aggregate into an active experiment, which corresponds to an orthogonal plan; the second is the construction of a truncated orthogonal representative sub-plan of the general orthogonal plan obtained as a result of solving the first problem. Research methods: statistical methods of experimental data processing, regression analysis, method for solving a triaxial boolean assignment problem. The results obtained: orthogonal representative subplan of the complete factorial experiment being formed makes it possible to calculate a truncated regression equation containing all the influencing factors and their interactions. Analysis of the coefficients of this equation by known methods makes it possible to cut off its insignificant elements.
LA CRÍTICA SOCIAL EN LA OBRA EL DAVID DE MIGUEL ÁNGEL ROJAS. UNA APROXIMACIÓN A PARTIR DE LA TEORÍA DEL RECONOCIMIENTO
Authors:   Universidad Pedagógica y Tecnológica de Colombia (UPTC), Martínez Álvarez Lauramaría del Pilar , Martínez Ferro Hernán
Published: October 2023

This article corroborates Theodor Adorno’s thesis, according to which art can be an interpreter of repressed suffering. Based on an interpretive analysis of the work David, by the artist Miguel Ángel Rojas, the possibilities of art as social criticism are shown, capable of showing the repressed suffering produced by forms of contempt and non-recognition of victims of the Colombian armed conflict, at the same time than the claims and desire for peace and justice of Colombian society, which turns the work of art into an instance of reflection, analysis and discussion about criteria for satisfactory forms of social life. The notions of social criticism and social art are based on the postulates of the Critical Theory of society, especially, on Axel Honneth’s theory of recognition.
Exploring the Therapy of Islamic Psychology, Mindfulness and Gratitude Emotion in Harmonising Islamophobic Behaviour
Authors: Jamil Jamaliah , Ali Idris
Published: October 2023

Technology and social media have become an indispensable part of our lives, affecting our households in various ways. Unfortunately, this has resulted in significant psychological and emotional disturbances. One of the negative outcomes of this is the prevalent Islamophobic behaviour towards Muslims, regardless of their citizenship. This behaviour is further amplified by the rapid spread of such sentiments on social media platforms.  This article seeks to delve into the secular and Islamic perspectives on the history and approach of human psychology, examining the overwhelmed phenomenon of Islamophobia. It begins by defining the psychological concept from both Western-secular and Islamic perspectives, comparing the two ideas with past historical events. The final part of the article explores how the artificial intelligence era has impacted both Western and Eastern populations, highlighting the psychological impact of Islamophobia. The article suggests that psychologists should undertake a comprehensive study to improve psychological therapy, such as Religious-Integrative Cognitive-Behavioral therapy. This form of therapy incorporates prayer, mindfulness, and gratitude scales to help reduce the western service provider violence behaviour caused by Islamophobia mental-illness. This study provides a unique intellectual discourse on Islamophobia’s psychological treatment, which is currently underrepresented in mainstream academic literature.
Intersection of Traditional Religious Authority and New Authority in the Digital Space of Indonesia
Authors: Lubis Nikmah
Published: October 2023

The emergence of new media, such as social media, has provided a space for religious communities or groups to create religious narratives or religious discourses in the digital realm. Religion is represented in a more contemporary manner, supported by advanced information technologies, packaged, and reproduced in a more modern style. Religious discourse in the digital space has thus made religious authority fluid and complex, no longer rigid and solely held by religious institutions. This condition has given rise to what is known as online authority. Online authority, in the early studies of digital religious authority, is considered by several scholars to potentially shift the existence and legitimacy of traditional authorities that have been in existence for a longer period. Traditional authority is deemed unable to adapt to digital practices. Through a literature review approach, this paper concludes that traditional and online authority are not separate entities; traditional authority can enter and exist in the online domain with packaging, styles, and innovations that align with digital practices. Traditional authority, with its strong legitimacy, is capable of presenting itself in the online domain, being repackaged and represented in ways or styles that are in line with contemporary and modern trends.
 