bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The impact of worldviews on U.S. military affiliated behavioral health providers’ descriptions of moral injury: A qualitative exploratory multiple case study
Authors: Lane Mark C.
Published: February 2025

Humans are holistic
beings. Moral Injury (MI) creates holistic distress. There is
limited standardization in MI constructs, assessments, and
treatments. Current care for MI often limits spiritual integration.
The purpose of this qualitative exploratory multiple case study was
to explore how military behavioral health providers’ worldview
influenced their description of the construct of MI, the morbidity
of MI, and how these providers chose to treat clients they
perceived to be suffering through the effects of MI. A total of
eight U.S. Department of Defense or Veterans Affairs affiliated
behavioral health providers completed a worldview assessment,
prompted journal responses, and semi-structured interviews to
understand how their worldview impacts their descriptions of MI
constructs, morbidity, and treatment decisions. I analyzed the data
through postpositivist beliefs utilizing Codebook Template
Analysis. Participants’ worldviews influenced how they described MI
as a construct, what they assessed as MI morbidity, and how they
chose to treat it. More studies are needed to explore MI’s
spiritual dimensions and effects. Assessment and treatment should
include all stakeholders’ methodologies. Treatment for MI should
include care from providers for the body (medical doctors), soul
(chaplains), and mind (behavioral health providers).
Optimal mobile energy transportation: A Co-Optimization approach
Authors: Singh Praveen Prakash , Mamun Shamim Al , Mishra Sambeet , Bordin Chiara , Øyvang Thomas , Palu Ivo
Published: February 2025

This research paper develops a co-optimization framework using dynamic programming to optimize MESS by integrating sector coupling between the transportation and electricity networks. To capture market uncertainties, the framework incorporates traffic-aware, terrain-sensitive routing, empirical battery degradation models, and LMP. The framework enhances MESS performance across various scenarios by co-optimizing travel routes, traffic constraints, battery degradation, and charging costs. Comparative analyses establish cost trade-offs and scalability implications. Results demonstrate that cost-optimized routing reduces degradation costs while maintaining efficiency. The proposed approach improves MESS sustainability and economic viability in sector-coupled electricity markets.
Fault Detection and Prediction in Models: Optimizing Resource Usage in Cloud Infrastructure
Authors: Wu Wei
Published: February 2025

Cloud infrastructure management faces significant challenges in ensuring efficient resource usage while maintaining high availability. This paper presents a framework for Fault Detection and Prediction in Models, aiming to optimize resource allocation and minimize downtime by deploying proactive monitoring techniques. The framework leverages machine learning algorithms to analyze historical performance data, enabling the prediction of potential faults before they occur. This predictive capability initiates timely interventions that enhance operational reliability. Additionally, a feedback loop is integrated to continuously improve model performance based on real-time insights from cloud operations. Experiments across various cloud environments demonstrate substantial improvements in fault detection rates and resource utilization efficiency over traditional approaches, underscoring the value of predictive analytics for robust cloud infrastructure management.
Optimizing Image Classification Models for Cloud Infrastructure with Elastic Scaling
Authors: Wu Wei
Published: February 2025

Advances in image classification have led to significant improvements in various applications, yet challenges remain in optimizing these models for cloud infrastructures. Fluctuating workloads and the need for efficient resource allocation complicate the deployment of high-performing models. We propose a novel framework that enhances image classification performance specifically within cloud environments through Elastic Scaling. This approach leverages a modular architecture, facilitating real-time adjustments to computing resources based on demand and complexity of the models being utilized. Our methodology incorporates diverse data preprocessing techniques and evaluates multiple model architectures to strike a balance between accuracy and operational efficiency. Extensive experiments conducted across various datasets demonstrate the effectiveness of our solution, showcasing considerable enhancements in classification performance and substantial reductions in operational costs tied to cloud infrastructure. The findings highlight improvements in response times and resource utilization, creating an adaptive framework that effectively addresses differing image processing requirements. This work offers a comprehensive solution aimed at optimizing cloud-based image classification tasks while maximizing performance and efficiency.
PERCEPTION, AWARENESS AND ACCEPTANCE OF DIFFERENT MODALITIES IN RESPONSE TO LEARNING UNCERTAINTIES
Authors: C. Mendoza Milagros , Sylvester P. Garcia Marc ,   2024 Laguna State Polytechnic University. Siniloan Laguna.
Published: February 2025

This study addressed to determine the levels of perception, awareness, and acceptance of the stakeholders on the effectiveness in the utilization of different modalities brought about by the learning uncertainties. The study utilized descriptive survey research design in gathering data from 8 teachers, 90 students and 56 parents to sum up using simple random sampling method. Gathered data were systematically treated and analyzed using weighted mean and one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA). The results shows that there is a significant difference in the level of perception of the teacher respondents with respect on the effectiveness of different modalities specifically in the modular distance learning. However, there is no significant difference observed in the level of awareness. It can be noticed also the significant difference in the level of acceptance of the teacher respondents on the effectiveness on the utilization of different modalities. Significant differences were also observed in the problems encountered in modular and blended distance learning among the parent respondents. The study concluded that there is a different level of perception, awareness and acceptance shown by the respondents in terms on the effectiveness of different modalities based on their utilization. The teacher and parent respondents were the one who is affected by the transition of the learning modality due to learning uncertainties. The study recommends a creation of learning program on how each modality can be utilized in times of learning uncertainties.
STUDY ON THE INFLUENCE MECHANISM OF DEHYDRATION AND DEVOLATILIZATION ON VARIOUS FORMS OF SULFUR IN COAL WITH DIFFERENT METAMORPHIC DEGREES
Authors:   School of Material Science and Engineering Anhui University of Science and Technology, Huainan 232001, China., Qaraoui Imane , Lingyun Liu ,   School of Material Science and Engineering Anhui University of Science and Technology, Huainan 232001, China.
Published: February 2025

Dehydration and devolatilization on the behavior and phase transformations of various sulfur forms in coal with different metamorphic grade. The nature of sulfur in coal includes and pyritic, sulfate, organic, and elemental sulphur, and the fate of these forms during thermal processes determines the merits of desulfurisation. It was determined through thermal experiments conducted on coals of different metamorphic classes (lignite, bituminous, anthracite) that the dehydration process has a modest but measurable impact on sulfur oxidation with major changes recorded in the high-density coals. A general observation, however, was that devolatilization had a significant effect in the low rank coals such as lignite where higher volatility resulted to higher sulfur release at the pyrolysis stage. In this regard, the study demonstrates that organic sulfur transformations are most important in low- and high-density regions of low-rank coals and that sulfite sulfur has the least amount of response to dehydration. Sulfate sulfur however showed a significant decrease after dehydration particularly in high density part of anthracite. These results propose new knowledge on sulfur change reactions for coals, which can guide advanced desulfurization suggestions to the coal industry[1].
The influence of socio-psychosocial factors on product judgments and willingness to buy foreign products of Generation Z in Vietnam’s cross-border e-commerce
Authors: Thanh Trung Tran , Van Long Hoang
Published: February 2025

The digital economy has bridged gaps between nations, significantly boosting the popularity of cross-border e-commerce and online purchases. This study investigates the socio-psychological factors influencing Generation Z’s willingness to purchase foreign products in Vietnam. A questionnaire employing a seven-point Likert scale was designed to assess two-dimensional variables among Vietnamese Gen Z consumers. A structural model was developed and analyzed using the PLS-SEM technique. SmartPLS software was utilized for data analysis. Participants comprised Generation Z individuals (aged 18-27) residing and employed in Vietnam. Data were collected via Google Forms questionnaire distributed to the target population from October 2023 to April 2024, yielding 575 valid responses. The findings indicate that competitive pricing and product uniqueness significantly affect consumers’ product judgments. Additionally, various key factors influence the likelihood of purchasing foreign products. These insights can inform the development of marketing strategies aimed at enhancing the competitiveness of domestic companies against foreign products.
AcknowledgmentThe authors wish to express our deep gratitude to all survey participants for taking the time to share their information, significantly contributing to the success of this study.
The impact of ambiguity on the value-relevance of earnings volatility: Evidence from the COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Ali Ijaz
Published: February 2025

Prior research states that during extreme uncertainties stock prices deviate from their fundamentals. This study examines the cross-section of share price returns during the COVID-19 and pre-COVID periods to determine how investors’ reaction to prior earnings volatility is affected by the COVID-19-induced ambiguity. The sample consists of 840 firms listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) from January 1, 2020 to May 31, 2021. Consistent with the notion that ambiguity-aversion is not a universal phenomenon, COVID-period stock returns exhibit a positive (β = 0.23) and statistically significant relationship with prior earnings volatility. In contrast, the stable period returns show a very weak, if any, correlation with prior earnings volatility. The positive relationship is more pronounced for firms that experience greater information asymmetry. When comparing the results with previous research, it appears that different crises evoke varied levels of ambiguity-aversion possibly because of the ways in which each crisis’s features and anticipated outcomes influence how the market reacts. Thus, before crafting responses to a crisis, policymakers and firms should thoroughly examine the crisis and identify the underlying causes, dynamics, and possible effects on decision-makers’ ambiguity-aversion behavior.
Antigone: The Curse Transformed
Authors:   Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Barzakh Zoia A.
Published: February 2025

This paper is dedicated to the analysis of the intertextual relationship between Sophocles’ Antigone and the plays of Aeschylus, especially the Theban trilogy. It is shown that Sophocles in this play creates the situation that is radically different from that of Aeschylus’ tragedies. The main differences are the attitude towards “peace in death” and towards the ancestral curse. In Sophoclean play, by contrast with Aeschylus, death is not the end of the strife — at least not until those in power acknowledge that it is; blood ties are not enough for belonging to the cursed family, and this belonging is not necessarily envisaged in negative terms. To illustrate the utter inadequacy of the Aeschylean approach to the world and the events of his tragedy, Sophocles embodies such approach in his Chorus and provokes, during the course of the play, the growing disappointment of the spectator by it. The Chorus is irresponsive when directly addressed, annoyingly counterproductive during the commos with Antigone and prone to change their opinion and perspective too quickly and radically. At the fifth stasimon Sophocles, by the reference to another Aeschylus’ tragedy, this time the Eleusinians, gives the spectator the short-living hope for the rescue of Antigone. This trap is also intended to disappoint the spectators and show them the inadequacy of the Chorus’ Aeschylean perspective.
(Non-)Homeric Quotations in Dmitrii Merezhkovskii’s Novel about Julian the Apostate
Authors:   University of Granada, Ronzhin Vladislav A.
Published: February 2025

This article offers a textual and comparative commentary on two quotations from Homer’s epic poems that appear in Dmitrii Merezhkovskii’s novel The Death of the Gods. Julian the Apostate: on Il. 5. 83 (given in Greek with a Russian translation) and on Od. 14. 57–58 (only in Russian). An analysis of the Russian writer’s drafts allows us to establish that these verses, as well as their translations, were borrowed through intermediary texts. The results of the comparison of the places containing Homeric lines (in the novel, historical sources, as well as in the works of J. von Eichendorff, H. Ibsen, F. Dahn, G. Vidal, used as additional material for comparison) and the analysis of their role in the architectonics of the first part of the trilogy Christ and Antichrist demonstrate how Merezhkovskii, changing the form and meaning of the used quotations, integrates them in the artistic structure of his work. Hexameter Il. 5. 83 acquires the meaning of a mystical verbal formula and becomes the central element of a plot system that is fractal in its type (it repeatedly reproduces the three phases of initiation), which conveys the formation of Julian as an apostate emperor. The stylistic accent of this verse can be defined as one of the sources of the imagery of Merezhkovskii’s work: Russian variants corresponding to the Greek πορφύρεος and semantically related lexemes are used here in the same way as this adjective is used in the Iliad, and appear in key episodes. The verses Od. 14. 57–58, which concentrate on the common values of Greco-Roman paganism and Christianity, also acquire additional significance, supporting the line of comparison between Julian and Odysseus, who is striving to return to his homeland.
Julian the Apostate in the Guise of Marcus Aurelius: On Some Reasons for the False Attribution of a Quotation in Conrad Gessner’s Bibliographical Handbook
Authors:   St. Petersburg Branch of the S. I. Vavilov Institute for the History of Science and Technology of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Sergeev Mikhail L. ,   The National Library of Russia
Published: February 2025

This article deals with the question of possible reasons for Conrad Gessner quoting an aphorism from Julian the Apostate’s letter (Ep. 23, to Ecdicius, prefect of Egypt) under the name of Marcus Aurelius in the preface to his Bibliotheca universalis, the first European universal bibliography (1545). Basing on the articles in Bibliotheca devoted to the above-mentioned authors, we can conclude that Gessner was directly acquainted with Julian’s letters (he obviously relied on the collection of Greek letters published by Aldus Manutius in 1499 under the title Epistolae diversorum philosophorum, oratorum, rhetorum), whereas no texts of Marcus (including fragmentary ones) were available to him by 1545. The topic of the search for a library and the question of how to treat the books written by religious opponents, which occupy a central place in Julian’s letter to Ecdicius, must have attracted Gessner’s attention, especially since the solution proposed by Julian turned out to be consonant with Gessner’s thoughts expressed in Bibliotheca. Thus, the false attribution of the quotation, undoubtedly deliberate, was, on the one hand, to prevent possible reproaches from conservative readers for quoting an anti-Christian author, and, on the other hand, to draw attention of a competent reader to Julian’s text.
Training in Classical Philology at Petrograd/Leningrad University in the 1920s: Institutional Аspect
Authors:   St. Petersburg Branch of the S. I. Vavilov Institute for the History of Science and Technology of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Skvortsov Artyom M.
Published: February 2025

This article examines the reproduction of classical philology staff at Petrograd Leningrad University in the late 1910s–1920s, a topic that has received limited scientific attention. The materials are primarily comprised of archival office documents and “Teaching Reviews” published during the specified chronological period. The study of the evolution of a discrete area of training enabled us to eschew the proclivity in post-Soviet historiography to portray the prerevolutionary generation of scholars as mere victims of Soviet policy and ideology. Instead, we were able to elucidate the strategies of adaptation deployed by professors of the “old” school in response to the advent of a new reality, one in which the science of classical antiquity was no longer supported by the state. The intention to modify the conceptualisation of the training system in classical disciplines and pedagogical experience in accordance with evolving circumstances is evident. Even the established system of studying ancient authors in class was presented as an “innovative” brigade-laboratory method of teaching, introduced by the Narkompros. Until 1927, the various departments, cycles and specialisations managed to maintain, in general terms, the previous approach to the training of a classical philologist, which was based on the complex nature of the discipline of antiquarian studies. The article uncovers several key trends in higher education during the 1920s that shaped the landscape of classical philology. These include the introduction and gradual increase in the share of the so-called “social disciplines”, which were unified across the entire faculty, the reduction in the number of specialised disciplines, and the curtailment of narrow specialisations under the banner of the struggle against “multi-subjectivity”. Additionally, there was a shift towards the graduation of professionals with practical skills, which gained prominence from 1928 onwards (the advent of the “cultural revolution”).
Modern technological techniques improving the efficiency of mechanical processing corrosion-resistant steels, working in aggressive environments
Authors:   Udmurt Federal Research Center of Ural branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, N. Ivanova Tat'yana
Published: February 2025

Background. Analysis of the performance of steel parts and units operating in aggressive environments has shown that to increase resistance to stress corrosion cracking, steel must meet certain requirements for chemical composition, mechanical and technological properties, including machinability. The purpose of the research is to substantiate technological methods for ensuring these requirements, as well as increasing the efficiency of mechanical processing of alloyed corrosion-resistant steels operating in aggressive environments. Materials and methods. The method under study for increasing the efficiency of machining of alloyed corrosion-resistant steels operating in aggressive environments was the use of cutting tools with a progressive Osprey® CE plate, a minimum amount of lubrication with a controlled supply of 50 - 80 ml / g of biodegradable synthetic oil ester sprayed onto the cutting edge of the cutter with compressed air under high pressure and at high speed, machining with a tool with round Osprey® CE plates and the imposition of tangential ultrasonic vibrations. Results. As a result of tests conducted on stress-corrosion cracking of steels after mechanical processing with cutting tools with Osprey® CE plates, it was established that heat-treated steels 03X22N6M2, 12X18N9 operating in an aggressive environment with an increased concentration of chlorides and in the presence of residual stresses of 200 - 210 MPa are operational before failure for 1200 hours; when the load is reduced to 100 - 120 MPa, the time before failure increases by 30 - 34%. Conclusions. Experimental studies have shown that the use of the studied technological methods allows to significantly increase the efficiency of the process of mechanical processing of corrosion-resistant steels: to reduce the processing time by up to 25%, to increase the durability of the cutting edge by 12-14% and the material removal rate by 15%.
Modeling of lubrication modes of plain bearings of tribotechnical pulse loading systems
Authors:   Branch of the Military Academy of Logistics named after General Army A.V. Khrulev, Ya. Savitsky Vladimir , N. Kalinin Evgeny ,   Penza State University, S. Budimirova Tatiana ,   Branch of the Military Academy of Logistics named after General Army A.V. Khrulev, A. Krechin Aleksandr ,   Branch of the Military Academy of Logistics named after General Army A.V. Khrulev
Published: February 2025

Background. In complex tribological systems (CTS) of pulse loading, the reliability of friction units and the ability to predict their operating time before failure come to the forefront. Due to the ease of maintenance, the possibility of using in aggressive environments and contaminated conditions, high resistance to radial and vibration loads, themass use of plain bearings in such systems is justified. In this regard, timely diagnostics and prediction of operating time before failure of a plain bearing becomes an urgent problem. The purpose of the work is to mathematically model a plain bearing and calculate the lubrication boundary in the contact area. Materials and methods. The Reynolds equation for lubricant flow in a thin layer of a plain bearing is solved and the boundaries of the contact area are determined. Results. It is shown that on the curves of the dependence of the contact pressure on the coordinate in the contact area, a characteristic maximum appears, the position of which is asymmetrical relative to the boundaries of the lubricant. The coordinates of the lubricant boundary for the sliding bearing of the lifting mechanism of an artillery gun are found. Conclusions. The obtained results will allow us to find the mass flow rate of lubricant during servicing plain bearings, calculate the magnitude of sliding friction forces, and select the type of lubricant that increases the service life of the bearing.
On the hardware and software protection of trusted artificial intelligence applications in RNS bases with interval positional characteristics of decision rules
Authors:   Penza State University, S. Knyazkov Vladimir , I. Ivanov Aleksandr ,   Penza Scientific Research Electrotechnical Institute, S. Isupov Konstantin ,   Vyatka State University, M. Butayev Mikhail ,   Research and Production Enterprise “Rubin”
Published: February 2025

Background. The purpose of the study is to describe the potential advantages of hardware and software protection of neural network applications of artificial intelligence. Materials and methods. Due to the universality of neural network applications, attention is focused on the advantages of representing any decision rules of artificial intelligence through their decomposition in the form of one or another neural network architecture. As an example, the problem of secure biometric authentication of a person's identity is considered using a fast learning algorithm recommended by the State Standard R 52633.5–2011. The simplicity of software implementation of artificial neurons in an untrusted computing environment is noted, since when implementing many of them it is sufficient to use only two operations: the addition operation «+» and the multiplication operations «×». The prospect of supporting homomorphism with respect to four additional operations is discussed: comparison of numbers, determination of sign, summation overflow, multiplication overflow. Results and conclusions. Classical cryptographic algorithms for homomorphic encryption of the content of decision rules cannot be implemented on the basis of low-power USB cards with programmable logic matrices. This problem is removed if compact noncryptographic transformations based on programming in a set of residual class systems are used to support the homomorphism of neural network decision rules.
Exploring the Diet-diverticular Disease Link: Insights from a Comprehensive Mendelian Randomization Study
Authors: Zhou Jie , Xu Yixin , Wang Haitao , Wang Kun , Chen Chao
Published: February 2025

Background:

The interplay between dietary habits and the development of Diverticular
Disease (DD) has long been a subject of vibrant debate.

Objective:

Utilizing Mendelian Randomization (MR), this study aims to meticulously examine
the causal dynamics at play.

Methods:

The foundation for the Genome-Wide Association Studies (GWAS) on DD
was established using a dataset from the FinnGen consortium, encompassing 33,619 patients
and 329,381 control participants. Data on 18 dietary habits and DD for the validation
cohort were procured from the UK Biobank. An MR analysis was executed to delve
into the causal relationship between dietary habits and DD, adhering to a rigorous Bonferroni
correction threshold of 3.00E-03. Our main analysis method was the Inverse
Variance Weighted (IVW) approach. To improve the accuracy and reliability of our
study, we also conducted heterogeneity analysis, tests for horizontal pleiotropy, outlier
identification, and “leave-one-out” sensitivity analysis.

Results:

Our analysis unearthed a potential causal association between the consumption
of dried fruits and a lower risk of developing DD (IVW: odds ratio (OR) 0.372, 95%
confidence interval (CI) 0.272 - 0.509, p = 5.79E-10), a finding that was corroborated in
the validation cohort (IVW: OR 0.975, 95% CI 0.961 - 0.990, p = 1.04E-03). Conversely,
our results do not substantiate a causal link between the consumption of alcohol, dietary
fiber, and red meat and the risk of DD.

Conclusion:

Our detailed MR analyses show that eating dried fruit lowers the risk of
DD, providing strong support for prevention and treatment approaches for DD.
Gene Therapy and Gene Editing: Current Trends and Future Prospects of Molecular Medicine
Authors: Sen Aniruddha , Singh Vijay , Dwivedi Shailendra , Agrawal Ruchika , Bansal Akash , Shekhar Shashank , Kushwaha Sudhir Shyam
Published: February 2025

Gene therapy and genome editing have emerged as transformative approaches in the
management of a diverse range of genetic and acquired diseases. This evaluation offers a thorough
examination of the present state and prospects of these innovative technologies. Gene therapy is a
prospective approach to the treatment and prevention of a variety of conditions, including complex
cancers and inherited genetic disorders, which entail the introduction, removal, or modification
of genetic material within a patient's cells. Genome editing, particularly through techniques
such as CRISPR-Cas9, enables targeted corrections of genetic defects and opens new possibilities
for personalized medicine by allowing for precise modifications at the DNA level. The review addresses
the ethical implications, clinical applications, and significant advancements of these technologies.
This article endeavors to underscore the substantial influence of gene therapy and
genome editing on contemporary medicine by assessing the most recent research and clinical
trials, thereby emphasizing their potential to revolutionize disease treatment and management.
Serotonergic Dynamics in Autism Spectrum Disorder: Unraveling the Intricate Connection
Authors: Chander Abhishek , Sharma Jeetesh , Mahajan Shushank , Dhankhar Sanchit , Chauhan Samrat , Saini Monika , Mehta Sanjana
Published: February 2025

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) constitutes a group of neurodevelopmental disorders
characterized by impairments in verbal and nonverbal communication skills, social interactions, and
stereotypes of behavior, with an estimated frequency of 1.2% of children throughout the world. The
lack of specific treatments or molecular biomarkers underscores the complexities of ASD as a nonunified
clinical entity. Comorbid medical conditions are particularly associated with gastrointestinal
issues that may suggest potential interactions between the brain and gut. This review suggests that
serotonin plays a significant role in the enteric and central nervous systems in relation to ASD. The
modulatory role of serotonin in the enteric nervous system is examined in relation to the pathophysiology
of ASD in order to shed light on prospective biomarkers and therapeutic targets that could
increase the precision of diagnosis and treatment.
Machine Learning for Chromatin Regulators in Coronary Artery Disease Diagnosis
Authors: Zhao Mei , Li Wanying , Peng Simin , Ma Xiaocong , Wang Ding , Zheng Jinghui
Published: February 2025

Objective:

This study aims to investigate the mechanisms underlying the role of
chromatin regulator-related genes (CRRGs) in coronary artery disease (CAD) and develop a diagnostic
model for CAD.

Methods:

We downloaded CAD datasets from the GEO database and utilized R software for
machine learning, modeling, and classification of CAD based on CRRGs.

Results:

The random forest model was found to be the best approach, identifying USP44,
MOCS1, SSRP1, ZNF516, and SCML1 as the top contributing genes for CAD diagnosis and
prevention. Differentially expressed CRRGs were associated with aberrant immune cell infiltration
in CAD patients. CAD patients were classified into two subtypes based on the expression of
differentially expressed CRRGs. The differential expression analysis identified MMP9, LCE1D,
LOC92659, SYNGR4, EN2, CACNA1E, GPR78, and LOC92249 as differentially expressed
genes distinguishing the two subtypes of CAD. Functional analyses revealed that the differentially
expressed genes are enriched in biological processes related to cellular functions, such as responses
to metal ions and inorganic substances. The enriched pathways included inflammation
and hormone-related pathways, such as IL-17 signaling, endocrine resistance, TNF signaling,
and estrogen signaling pathways.

Conclusion:

CAD is associated with CRRGs, which may represent a new direction for CAD
treatment.
Structural Changes in Skeletal Muscles and Visceral Fat under the Conditions of Insulin Resistance, Obesity and Hypothyroidism Against the Background of Trace Element Imbalance (Zn, I) in an Experiment
Authors: Vasylyshyn Iryna , Voronych-Semchenko Nataliia , Pastukh Mykhailo
Published: February 2025

The relevance of the study is due to the constant increase in the incidence of diabetes mellitus, thyroid pathology, the spread of obesity and comorbid conditions. Of particular interest are the scientific data on the participation of zinc in the endocrine function of the pancreas and thyroid gland, the development of structural and metabolic disorders.
The aim of the study was to establish the peculiarities of the structural organisation of muscle and adipose tissue in rats with insulin resistance, obesity and hypothyroidism against the background of zinc and iodine deficiency.
Materials and methods. The study was conducted on sexually mature male rats on a standard vivarium food and drinking diet (control group), on a diet low in zinc or iodine, and fed high-carbohydrate or high-fat diets.
Results. The study revealed a decrease in the zinc content in the blood serum of animals of all experimental groups, in visceral fat – only against the background of a zinc-deficient diet and high-fat feeding, while an increase in the content of the trace element in muscles was observed in rats with zinc deficiency and insulin resistance compared to the control. The animals had a disturbed thyroid profile due to a decrease in thyroid hormone secretion against the background of hyperthyreotropinemia (under conditions of zinc and iodine deficiency, high-fat feeding) and a decrease in thyroid-stimulating hormone (against a high-carbohydrate diet). A significant increase in the HOMA-IR index (especially under high-fructose feeding conditions) characterises the development of diet-induced insulin resistance in animals. Structural changes in skeletal muscles (thigh and shin muscles) and visceral fat are manifested by dystrophic processes in stromal elements, muscle fibers, adipocytes and the vasal component.
Conclusions. When animals are fed diets with a limited content of zinc and iodine, excessive carbohydrate and fat consumption is accompanied by a trace element imbalance. Under such conditions, animals develop hormonal disorders (hypothyroid dysfunction, insulin resistance), and become overweight, including due to increased visceral fat. The detected disorders are consistent with changes in the structural organisation of skeletal muscle and visceral fat, which are interrelated and exacerbate metabolic imbalance.
Features of Remodeling of the Adrenal Glands Under the Influence of Endo- and Exopathogenic Factors
Authors: Harhaun Oleksandra
Published: February 2025

One of the main links of the body's adaptation system, sensitive to the action of various types of exo- and endogenous factors, is the adrenal glands. The body's response to acute stress is mediated by the effects of the sympatho-adrenal system, while the most important component of the endocrine response to chronic stress is the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenocortical system. An analysis of sources of scientific literature has been done, the results of which indicate that under the influence of factors of different genesis, including other endocrine diseases, significant structural and functional changes occur in the adrenal glands of rats, which is a confirmation of their adaptation-compensatory mechanisms in response to stress.
Experience in Teaching the Discipline “Rehabilitation in Obstetrics and Gynecology” Within the Professional Education Program “Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy”
Authors: Drohomyretska Nataliia , Ostafiichuk Svitlana , Kusa Olena , Zhukuliak Oksana
Published: February 2025

Introduction. Rehabilitation in obstetrics and gynecology is defined as a comprehensive set of measures designed to restore a woman’s functional abilities, preserve reproductive function, improve quality of life, and minimize the risk of disability.
The study aimed to share the experience of teaching the discipline “Rehabilitation in Obstetrics and Gynecology” to second (master’s) degree students majoring in the specialty “Therapy and Rehabilitation” at Ivano-Frankivsk National Medical University.
Results. During the course, students develop a deep understanding of physical rehabilitation principles, focusing on developing algorithms for creating rehabilitation programs for women with normal and pathological pregnancies, childbirth and postpartum periods, post-surgical deliveries, and gynecological conditions.
The curriculum is designed to cultivate both general and professional competencies as specified in the Professional Education Program, focusing on developing students’ abilities to identify, formulate, and address patient problems using foundational knowledge, clinical skills, and reflective thinking, as well as improving their understanding of complex pathological processes and disorders that can be managed through physical therapy.
The discipline aims to develop a comprehensive system of theoretical knowledge and practical skills for the differentiated application of physical therapy methods in treating female reproductive disorders at all rehabilitation stages based on an understanding of the mechanisms involved in restoring and compensating for impaired functions.
Conclusions. The development of the rehabilitation field in Ukraine requires highly skilled professionals. Studying the discipline “Rehabilitation in Obstetrics and Gynecology” is essential for students majoring in specialty 227 “Therapy and Rehabilitation”, as it provides the foundation for developing the professional skills and competencies necessary for delivering qualified rehabilitative care in obstetrics and gynecology. The educational process should prioritize competency-based and student-centered approaches, incorporating contextual and problem-based learning methodologies.
Perceptions and Earliest Experiences of Medical Students and Faculty With ChatGPT in Medical Education: Qualitative Study (Preprint)
Authors: Abouammoh Noura , Alhasan Khalid , Aljamaan Fadi , Raina Rupesh , Malki Khalid H , Altamimi Ibraheem , Muaygil Ruaim , Wahabi Hayfaa , Jamal Amr , Alhaboob Ali , Assiri Rasha Assad , Al-Tawfiq Jaffar A , Al-Eyadhy Ayman , Soliman Mona , Temsah Mohamad-Hani
Published: February 2025

BACKGROUND

With the rapid development of artificial intelligence technologies, there is a growing interest in the potential use of artificial intelligence–based tools like ChatGPT in medical education. However, there is limited research on the initial perceptions and experiences of faculty and students with ChatGPT, particularly in Saudi Arabia.

OBJECTIVE

This study aimed to explore the earliest knowledge, perceived benefits, concerns, and limitations of using ChatGPT in medical education among faculty and students at a leading Saudi Arabian university.

METHODS

A qualitative exploratory study was conducted in April 2023, involving focused meetings with medical faculty and students with varying levels of ChatGPT experience. A thematic analysis was used to identify key themes and subthemes emerging from the discussions.

RESULTS

Participants demonstrated good knowledge of ChatGPT and its functions. The main themes were perceptions of ChatGPT use, potential benefits, and concerns about ChatGPT in research and medical education. The perceived benefits included collecting and summarizing information and saving time and effort. However, concerns and limitations centered around the potential lack of critical thinking in the information provided, the ambiguity of references, limitations of access, trust in the output of ChatGPT, and ethical concerns.

CONCLUSIONS

This study provides valuable insights into the perceptions and experiences of medical faculty and students regarding the use of newly introduced large language models like ChatGPT in medical education. While the benefits of ChatGPT were recognized, participants also expressed concerns and limitations requiring further studies for effective integration into medical education, exploring the impact of ChatGPT on learning outcomes, student and faculty satisfaction, and the development of critical thinking skills.
The Family and Friend Support Program: A Pilot Study Examining Usability, Acceptability, and Feasibility (Preprint)
Authors: Kershaw Stephanie , Deng Jessica , Keaveny Madeleine , Speirs Bronte , Grager Anna , Sampson Dara , Ross Kate , Newton Nicola , Teeson Maree , Kay-Lambkin Frances , Chapman Cath
Published: February 2025

BACKGROUND

Despite the known psychosocial challenges associated with supporting a loved one using alcohol and other drugs (AOD), there is a scarcity of mental health and wellbeing interventions for affected family members and friends (AFFMs).

OBJECTIVE

This pilot study examines the usability, acceptability, and feasibility of the Family and Friend Support Program (FFSP; ffsp.com.au), a world-first, evidence-based online resilience and wellbeing program designed with and for people caring for someone using AOD.

METHODS

In 2021 (November-December), participants across Australia completed a baseline online cross-sectional survey that assessed impact of caring for a loved one using AOD (adapted Short Questionnaire for Family Members (Affected by Addiction)), and distress levels (Kessler-10 Psychological Distress Scale). Following baseline, participants were invited to interact with FFSP over 10 weeks. Post program and follow up surveys (10 and 14 weeks post-baseline, respectively) and semi-structured interviews assessed usability and acceptability of the program as well as help-seeking barriers.

RESULTS

Baseline surveys were completed by 131 AFFMs, with 37% completing the post-program survey and 24% completing the follow-up survey. On average, K-10 scores fell in the moderate to severe range at baseline. Overall, participants found FFSP easy to use and provided them with relevant, helpful, and validating information. Limitations included low program engagement and high attrition.

CONCLUSIONS

Overall, FFSP appears to be a promising mental health intervention for AFFMs. This study builds on existing research finding high levels of distress among AFFMs, whilst highlighting the ongoing barriers to help-seeking. Limitations and future directions for refinements and efficacy evaluation of FFSP are discussed.
Cup, Cup, Jangan Nangis! Language Socialization Study of How Parents Respond to Their Children Cry
Authors: Kurniawati Wira , Putri Clorinda Zakiyya , Nugroho Amanda Aurelia
Published: February 2025

Burdelski & Cook (2012) and Santrock (2011) theorized that parents socialize with their children through actions and speech, even when responding to the cries of their children. This paper intends to investigate the actions and speech of parents when responding to their cries. This paper also aims to understand how parents socialize with their children in those activities. The researcher conducted this qualitative research by distributing questionnaires via Google Forms. WhatsApp groups and Twitter are the media the researcher chose to distribute the form. After receiving 98 answers, the researcher interviewed 24 families—picking two for further observations. The result shows that parents convey their responses through one, two, or more speech acts that include assertive in the forms of an affirmation; directives in the forms of prohibition, advice, encouragement, asking (general question, assurance, investigation, rhetorical); expressive in the forms of an expression of getting surprised, teasing, showing caring expression, calming down, and blaming; and commissive in the forms of promising. Meanwhile, there are various socialization functions contained in these speech acts, such as affective socialization (in the form of caring or concern and reassurance), self-knowledge socialization (in the form of self-confidence, prudence), socialization of gender identity (maturity and gender), religiosity, shame, causal logic or the consequences, and even logical fallacy for blaming something that has nothing to do with the cause of the child falling.
Experiencing Museum: Eksplorasi Digital Free Tourism di Museum Ullen Sentalu, Yogyakarta
Authors: Nisa An Nuur Khairune , Fadin Delfyan Intan Nurmala , Gustiarti Putrisari Oktaviani
Published: February 2025

This research explores the concept of Digital Free Tourism (DFT) in the context of 'experiencing museum' in Ullen Sentalu. This study aims to analyze the application of the DFT concept in Ullen Sentalu Museum, Yogyakarta, as well as its implications for the museum's tourism experience. This research uses qualitative methods with an exploratory study approach conducted with data collection methods, namely observation, in-depth interviews, and literature studies collected from journals, books, articles, and also the Ullen Sentalu museum page. The results of this study found that the Ullen Sentalu Museum successfully applied the DFT concept by controlling the use of on-site technology during museum tours to maintain the safety of the collection and create a more immersive 'museum experience' and increase visitor curiosity and wellbeing. Ullen Sentalu also does not reject digital utilization but continues to innovate by optimizing digital content during pre-site and post-site to reflect his commitment to be relevant in the digital era while maintaining traditional values in DFT.
Revisiting the Foreign Language Classroom Anxiety Scale
Authors: Crosby Adam
Published: February 2025

This paper critically examines the Foreign Language Classroom Anxiety Scale (FLCAS), a widely used tool for assessing foreign language classroom anxiety (FLCA). Despite its significance in understanding the emotional challenges of language learners, the FLCAS has several limitations. These include unclear definitions of its core constructs, reliance on self-reported data, and a lack of focus on positive emotions. Additionally, the scale’s cultural biases and inability to capture the dynamic nature of anxiety over time undermine its applicability in diverse educational settings. The paper argues for improvements in the FLCAS, such as incorporating behavioral observations, physiological measures, and positive emotional states like motivation. It also calls for longitudinal studies to better capture how anxiety fluctuates throughout the language-learning process. By addressing these shortcomings, future research can enhance the effectiveness of FLCA assessments, ultimately supporting more effective language acquisition strategies.
ANALISIS INKLUSI KEUANGAN TERHADAP PERTUMBUHAN EKONOMI DI INDONESIA
Authors: Ibrohim Muhammad Andhika , Susilowati Dwi , Yuli Sri Budi Cantika
Published: February 2025

Economic growth and financial inclusion have a mutually reinforcing relationship. Financial inclusion consists of three indices, namely Availability, Access, and Usage. The purpose of this study is to determine the influence of the level of financial inclusion on economic growth in Indonesia and to determine which indicators most influence economic growth in Indonesia. The method used in this study is Partial Lie Square (PLS) analysis. The study period is 2017-2023 with quarterly data with independent variables (Financial Inclusion) as latent variables that have many indicators. The results of the analysis show that of the three latent variables of financial inclusion, there are two variables that affect economic growth, namely Access with indicators of debit cards, credit cards, and e-money cards. and Usage with indicators of debit transaction volume. The implication of the research results is that government and central bank policies are to encourage access and use of digital financial services in the community, especially those underserved by formal financial institutions as an effort to accelerate economic growth in Indonesia.
ANALYSIS OF INTERNAL BANK VARIABLES ON PROFITABILITY OF ISLAMIC RURAL BANK
Authors: Putriana Bella
Published: February 2025

This study aims to explain the internal bank variances including CAR, BOPO and FDR variables on profitability as measured by Return on Assets at Islamic Rural Banks in Indonesia. The study used Islamic Rural Banks in Indonesia with a research period of 2007-2022. The research method used multiple linear regression analysis of time series data. The results of the study showed that only the BOPO ratio variable showed a significant negative effect on the profitability of Islamic Rural Banks in Indonesia. Meanwhile, the CAR and FDR variables have not significantly affected the profitability of Islamic Rural Banks in Indonesia. The implications of the results of this study can be used as a basis for the management of Islamic Rural Banks in managing operational efficiency, where banks need to increase efficiency in managing operational costs and operating income in order to maximize profits. In addition, a more optimal financing strategy is also needed for Islamic Rural Banks in order to increase bank profitability.